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4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
It is a fluorogenic substrate for measuring of β-glucoronidiase activity, for rapid sensitive identification of Escherichia coli. MUG is a substrate for glucuronidase. It is ideal for plant molecular study as a way to examine gene expression under various promoters. And while it works well for measuring activity in plant lysate and leaf disks, it can also work in whole plant assays.
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It is a fluorogenic substrate for measuring of ß-glucoronidiase activity, for rapid sensitive identification of Escherichia coli. MUG is a substrate for glucuronidase. It is ideal for plant molecular study as a way to examine gene expression under various promoters. And while it works well for measuring activity in plant lysate and leaf disks, it can also work in whole plant assays.
Solubility
Soluble in hot water.
Notes
Light sensitive. Store away from alkali metals bases and light. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store in freezer at -20°C.
Specifications
Quantity | 50 mg |
Sensitivity | Light sensitive |
Solubility Information | Soluble in hot water. |
Optical Rotation | −106° (c=0.1 in Water) |
Formula Weight | 352.3 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Chemical Name or Material | 4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H500 |
EINECSNumber | 228-186-0 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Store at -20°C |
RUO – Research Use Only
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