5-Fluoroorotic acid monohydrate
5-Fluoroorotic acid monohydrate (5-FOA) is a selective agent used in yeast genetics to identify URA3 gene function through counter-selection. It is widely applied in molecular biology for both in vivo and in vitro studies involving gene knockout, plasmid shuffling, and functional genomics research in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
220141-70-8
Smiles
O=C1NC (=O) C (F) =C (N1) C (=O) O.O
Molecular Formula
C5H5FN2O5
Molecular Weight
192.10
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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