Application and Effect
Enzyme activity measurement: PHENYL-1-THIO-β-D-GALACTOPYRANOSIDE is often used in assays to determine the activity and specificity of various glycosidase enzymes. The hydrolysis of this compound by glycosidases can be measured using colorimetric or fluorometric methods, providing quantitative information about the enzyme's activity. Substrate specificity studies: By using PHENYL-1-THIO-β-D-GALACTOPYRANOSIDE as a substrate, researchers can investigate the substrate specificity of glycosidase enzymes. By varying the enzyme and analyzing which substrates it can hydrolyze, researchers can gain insights into the enzyme's preferences and potential function. Inhibition studies: PHENYL-1-THIO-β-D-GALACTOPYRANOSIDE can be used in inhibition studies to evaluate the inhibitory effects of specific compounds or drugs on glycosidase enzymes. By measuring the enzyme activity in the presence of different concentrations of inhibitors, researchers can assess their inhibitory potency and potential therapeutic applications. Diagnostic applications: Some glycosidase activity assays using PHENYL-1-THIO-β-D-GALACTOPYRANOSIDE have clinical applications. For example, in the diagnosis of certain genetic diseases, measuring the activity of specific glycosidase enzymes in patient samples can provide diagnostic information.Product Packing:
Additional Information:
| Composition | C12H16O5S |
| Assay | 99% |
| Appearance | White powder |
| CAS No. | 16758-34-2 |
| Packing | Small and bulk |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Storage | Store in cool and dry area |
| Certification | ISO. |