Product Name: Guanosine-5′-triphosphate Disodium Salt
Other Name: Guanosine-5′-triphos; Guanosine-5′-triphosphoric aicd disodium salt; GTP-NA3; GTP; GTP-Na2; 5‘-GTP-Na2; GTP·Na₂
CAS No.: 56001-37-7
Chemical Structure:
Guanosine-5′-triphosphate Disodium Salt Application:
Guanosine-5′-triphosphate disodium salt (GTP·Na₂) is a high-purity nucleotide compound with the molecular formula C10H14N5Na2O14P3. It appears as a white to off-white powder, soluble in water, and is commonly used as a biochemical reagent in molecular biology, enzymology, and pharmaceutical development. Owing to its essential role as a natural nucleotide triphosphate, GTP·Na₂ is widely applied in research related to nucleic acid synthesis, protein translation, and signal transduction pathways. Applications:
1. Biochemical and Molecular Biology Research
GTP·Na₂ is a critical reagent in nucleotide metabolism studies and nucleic acid synthesis. It is frequently used in RNA transcription reactions as an energy donor and as a substrate in enzymatic assays, making it indispensable for laboratories engaged in genetic engineering and molecular biology.
2. Protein Synthesis and Translation Studies
As an essential energy source in protein biosynthesis, GTP·Na₂ is required for translation initiation, elongation, and termination processes. It is widely utilized in cell-free protein expression systems, structural biology research, and translational control experiments, offering high reliability for advanced life science studies.
3. Signal Transduction and Enzyme Regulation
GTP·Na₂ plays an important role in intracellular signaling. It is used in research involving G-proteins, small GTP-binding proteins, and other regulatory enzymes that control diverse cellular pathways. This makes it a valuable tool for pharmaceutical companies exploring drug targets in oncology, neurology, and immunology.
Safety Considerations
As a biochemical reagent, GTP·Na₂ should be handled with standard laboratory protective measures. Users are advised to consult the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for safe handling and storage conditions.
Guanosine-5′-triphosphate Disodium Salt Packaging and Shipping:
Packaging: 1kg/ bag, 25kg/ drum or as customer’s required.
Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping/ Ocean shipping
Guanosine-5′-triphosphate Disodium Salt Storage:
Store in Dry and Ventilated place with the Room Temperature, Preserved in Original Tight-Closed containers, Keep Away from Light and Heating.
