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DAF-2 (CAS 205391-01-1)

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Alternate Names:
4,5-Diaminofluorescein
Application:
DAF-2 is a sensitive and specific fluorescent indicator for the direct detection of nitric oxide (NO) in vitro
CAS Number:
205391-01-1
Molecular Weight:
362.3
Molecular Formula:
C20H14N2O5
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A sensitive and specific fluorescent indicator for the direct detection of nitric oxide (NO) in vitro. In the presence of oxygen, the relatively non-fluorescent DAF-2 reacts rapidly with NO to yield the highly fluorescent triazolofluorescein compound. Can detect NO under neutral conditions (detection limit = 5 nM). A 5 mM (1 mg in 550 µl) solution in DMSO.


DAF-2 (CAS 205391-01-1) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

DAF-2, 1 mg

sc-205910
1 mg
$379.00