UDP-α-D-Galactose disodium salt (CAS 137868-52-1)
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UDP-α-D-Galactose disodium salt is a nucleotide sugar that is integral to the study of glycosylation processes within cells. It acts as a galactose donor in enzymatic reactions that transfer galactose to proteins and lipids, a critical step in the biosynthesis of glycoproteins and glycolipids. In research, UDP-α-D-Galactose disodium salt is utilized to examine the specificity and mechanism of various glycosyltransferases, the enzymes that catalyze the addition of sugar moieties to other molecules. This compound is also used to investigate the role of galactose-containing oligosaccharides in cell signaling and recognition. Additionally, it is involved in studies related to carbohydrate metabolism and the potential manipulation of glycosylation pathways for biotechnological applications.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
UDP-α-D-Galactose disodium salt, 10 mg | sc-286849 | 10 mg | $102.00 | |||
UDP-α-D-Galactose disodium salt, 50 mg | sc-286849A | 50 mg | $194.00 |