| CAS : |
6160-78-7 |
| Synonyms : |
4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-galactopyranoside; 4MU beta-D-galactopyranoside |
| Product Code : |
44045 |
| Chemical Formula : |
C16H18O8 |
| Molecular Weight : |
338.3 |
| Solubility : |
Soluble in water/pyridine 1:1 v/v at a concentration of 2.5% |
| MDL Number : |
MFCD00036773 |
| Description |
Fluorogenic substrate used for the detection of beta-galactosidase activity, yielding a blue fluorescence following hydrolysis of the substrate. The substrate is a constituent of MI agar for the simultaneous detection of total coliforms and E. coli. |
To prevent deterioration, the product should be stored in tightly closed containers in a freezer or cold room at -20 degrees centigrade.
Fluorimetric assay of lectin binding to yeast cells: Y. Oda et al., Anal. Biochem., 254, 41 (1997). For detection of faecal coliforms: J. D. Berg and L. Fiksdal, Appl. Environ. Microbiol., 54, 2118 (1988).
Suitable for use in EPA-821-R-02-024 (EPA method 1604).
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