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Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride (CAS 69-74-9)

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Alternate Names:
Cytarabine hydrochloride
Application:
Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride is a DNA synthesis inhibitor and anti-leukemic agent
CAS Number:
69-74-9
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
279.68
Molecular Formula:
C9H13N3O5•HCl
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride is a nucleoside analog that functions as an inhibitor of DNA synthesis. It acts by being incorporated into the DNA molecule during replication, leading to chain termination and inhibition of further DNA synthesis. Cytosine β-D-Arabinofuranoside Hydrochloride interferes with the normal function of DNA polymerase, disrupting the accurate replication of genetic material. By doing so, it hinders the proliferation of cells and can be used to study the effects of DNA synthesis inhibition in experimental applications. Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride′s mechanism of action involves its incorporation into the DNA strand, leading to the disruption of normal DNA replication processes. This interference with DNA synthesis can be utilized to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying DNA replication and to study the effects of inhibiting this process in various experimental applications.


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Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride, 25 mg

sc-221454
25 mg
$39.00

Cytosine β-D-arabinofuranoside hydrochloride, 1 g

sc-221454A
1 g
$163.00