Thymidine, 4'-methyl- is a nucleoside analog characterized by the presence of a methyl group at the 4' position of the thymidine molecule. This modification can influence its biological activity and interactions with nucleic acids. The compound is typically classified as a pyrimidine nucleoside, consisting of a deoxyribose sugar linked to a thymine base. Its structural alteration may affect its incorporation into DNA and its potential use in research or therapeutic applications, particularly in the study of DNA synthesis and repair mechanisms. Thymidine analogs are often investigated for their roles in antiviral and anticancer therapies, as they can interfere with normal nucleic acid metabolism. The CAS number 139925-84-1 uniquely identifies this specific compound, facilitating its recognition in scientific literature and databases. As with many nucleoside derivatives, the solubility, stability, and reactivity of 4'-methyl-thymidine can vary, influencing its utility in various biochemical applications.

Thymidine, 4'-methyl-

139925-84-1: Thymidine, 4'-methyl- is a nucleoside analog characterized by the presence of a methyl group at the 4' position of the thymidine molecule. This modification can influence its biological activity and interactions with nucleic acids. The compound is typically classified as a pyrimidine nucleoside, consisting of a deoxyribose sugar linked to a thymine base. Its structural alteration may affect its incorporation into DNA and its potential use in research or therapeutic applications, particularly in the study of DNA synthesis and repair mechanisms. Thymidine analogs are often investigated for their roles in antiviral and anticancer therapies, as they can interfere with normal nucleic acid metabolism. The CAS number 139925-84-1 uniquely identifies this specific compound, facilitating its recognition in scientific literature and databases. As with many nucleoside derivatives, the solubility, stability, and reactivity of 4'-methyl-thymidine can vary, influencing its utility in various biochemical applications.

4'-Methylthymidine is a Nucleoside Derivative - 4'-Modified nucleoside.

CAS 139925-84-1

Thymidine, 4'-methyl-

4'-Methylthymidine

Ref: TM-TNU1324