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CAS 109909-44-6

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2'-Deoxycytidine-5'-triphosphoric acid trisodium salt

Description:
2'-Deoxycytidine-5'-triphosphoric acid trisodium salt, commonly referred to as dCTP, is a nucleotide that plays a crucial role in cellular metabolism and DNA synthesis. It is a nucleotide triphosphate, consisting of a deoxyribose sugar, a cytosine base, and three phosphate groups. The trisodium salt form enhances its solubility in aqueous solutions, making it suitable for various biochemical applications, including polymerase chain reactions (PCR) and DNA sequencing. dCTP is essential for DNA polymerases during DNA replication, as it provides the cytosine nucleotide required for the synthesis of DNA strands. The compound is typically stable under physiological conditions but can be sensitive to hydrolysis, particularly in the presence of nucleases. Its molecular structure allows for the formation of hydrogen bonds, which is critical for base pairing during DNA synthesis. Overall, dCTP is a vital component in molecular biology and biochemistry, facilitating the accurate replication and repair of genetic material.
Formula:C9H13N3Na3O13P3
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H16N3O13P3.3Na/c10-7-1-2-12(9(14)11-7)8-3-5(13)6(23-8)4-22-27(18,19)25-28(20,21)24-26(15,16)17;;;/h1-2,5-6,8,13H,3-4H2,(H,18,19)(H,20,21)(H2,10,11,14)(H2,15,16,17);;;/q;3*+1/p-3/t5-,6+,8+;;;/m0.../s1
InChI key:WBIPTAOOMJEGQO-MILVPLDLSA-K
SMILES:C1[C@@H]([C@H](O[C@H]1N2C=CC(=NC2=O)N)COP(=O)([O-])OP(=O)([O-])OP(=O)(O)[O-])O.[Na+].[Na+].[Na+]
Synonyms:
  • dCTP
  • dCTP-Na3
  • 2'-Deoxycytidine-5'-triphosphate,Trisodium Salt
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