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Guanosine (CAS 118-00-3)

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Alternate Names:
9-(β-D-Ribofuranosyl)guanine; Guanine-9-β-D-ribofuranoside
Application:
Guanosine is Guanosine is a purine nucleoside.
CAS Number:
118-00-3
Purity:
≥99%
Molecular Weight:
283.24
Molecular Formula:
C10H13N5O5
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Guanosine, a purine nucleoside, consists of guanine and ribose, and it plays a fundamental role in various biological processes. As a component of nucleic acids like DNA and RNA, guanosine is integral to their structure and function. It is also present in certain proteins and small molecules. Moreover, guanosine serves as a intermediate in synthesizing numerous compounds, including purine nucleotides and guanidine derivatives. The significance of guanosine extends to diverse biological functions such as energy metabolism, signal transduction, and gene regulation. As a nucleoside, guanosine combines a purine base (guanine) with a sugar (ribose). When incorporated into nucleic acids, guanosine acts as a template for the formation of base pairs. This process enables the creation of double-stranded DNA and RNA molecules, pivotal for gene expression and various biological processes to occur.


Guanosine (CAS 118-00-3) References

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