5-Ethynyl-2'-deoxycytidine (5-EdC), DNA synthesis monitoring probe (ab146643)
Key features and details
- DNA synthesis monitoring probe
- CAS Number: 69075-47-4
- Purity: > 99%
- Soluble in DMSO
- Form / State: Solid
- Source: Synthetic
Overview
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Product name
5-Ethynyl-2'-deoxycytidine (5-EdC), DNA synthesis monitoring probe -
Description
DNA synthesis monitoring probe -
Alternative names
- 5-EdC
- EdC
- Ethynyl-labeled deoxycytidine
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Biological description
Relatively nontoxic 2’-deoxycytidine analog. Alternative to BrdU (5-Bromo-2’-deoxyuridine) (ab142567) for measuring de novo DNA synthesis during S-phase. Incorporates into replicating DNA instead of its natural analog thymidine.
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Purity
> 99% -
CAS Number
69075-47-4 -
Chemical structure
Properties
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Molecular weight
251.24 -
Molecular formula
C11H13N3O4 -
Storage instructions
Store at -20°C. Store In the Dark. Store under desiccating conditions. This product is air and light sensitive and impurities can occur as a result of air oxidation or due to metabolism by microbes. -
Solubility overview
Soluble in DMSO -
Handling
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.
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Source
Synthetic
