4-Methylumbelliferyl butyrate (CAS 17695-46-4)
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4-Methylumbelliferyl butyrate is a substrate used in enzymatic assays to measure the activity of lipases and esterases. When added to a reaction mixture, it is hydrolyzed by these enzymes to release the fluorescent compound 4-methylumbelliferone. This fluorescence can be quantified using a fluorometer, allowing to determine the enzymatic activity of the lipases and esterases under investigation. The mechanism of action involves the cleavage of the butyrate group from the 4-methylumbelliferyl butyrate molecule by the target enzyme, resulting in the release of the fluorescent product. 4-Methylumbelliferyl Butyrate is particularly useful in studying lipid metabolism and enzyme kinetics, providing insights into the function and regulation of lipases and esterases in various biological processes. Its role in these assays allows for the precise measurement of enzyme activity, contributing to a better understanding of lipid digestion, absorption, and metabolism in experimental applications.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Methylumbelliferyl butyrate, 1 g | sc-206912 | 1 g | $20.00 | |||
4-Methylumbelliferyl butyrate, 5 g | sc-206912A | 5 g | $62.00 |