L-Dihydroorotic acid (CAS 5988-19-2)
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L-Dihydroorotic acid is a compound that plays a significant role in biochemical research, particularly in the study of pyrimidine biosynthesis. It is an intermediate in the de novo synthesis of pyrimidines, which are essential components of nucleic acids. Researchers utilize L-Dihydroorotic acid to investigate the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, which catalyzes the oxidation of dihydroorotic acid to orotic acid in the pyrimidine biosynthetic pathway. This research provides insights into the regulation and control of nucleotide synthesis within cells. Additionally, L-Dihydroorotic acid is used in enzymology studies to explore the binding affinity and reaction kinetics of substrates and inhibitors related to the metabolic pathway. The compound′s role in fundamental cellular processes makes it useful for understanding genetic regulation and the effects of mutations on metabolism.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
L-Dihydroorotic acid, 1 g | sc-207798 | 1 g | $177.00 | |||
L-Dihydroorotic acid, 5 g | sc-207798A | 5 g | $628.00 |