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4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Galactopyranoside-6-sulfate sodium salt is a specialized compound utilized in biochemistry and enzymology research. It serves as a fluorogenic substrate for the enzyme β-galactosidase, where upon enzymatic cleavage, it releases a fluorescent product that can be quantitatively measured. This property is particularly useful in the study of enzyme kinetics, allowing researchers to track the reaction in real time and determine the enzyme′s activity under various conditions. Additionally, this compound is instrumental in the investigation of sulfatase activity, as the sulfate group provides specificity for certain types of sulfatases. The use of 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Galactopyranoside-6-sulfate sodium salt in assays contributes to the understanding of genetic disorders related to deficiencies in these enzymes. In molecular biology, it aids in the screening of bacterial colonies for recombinant vectors that express β-galactosidase, a common reporter gene in cloning experiments.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Galactopyranoside-6-sulfate Sodium Salt, 10 mg | sc-220946 | 10 mg | $398.00 |