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Description: DNA polymerase α, δ and ε inhibitor
Chemical Name: (3R,4R,4aR,6aS,8R,9R,11aS,11bS)-Tetradecahydro-3,9-dihydroxy-4,11b-dimethyl-8,11a-methano-11aH-cyclohepta[a]naphthalene-4,9-dimethanol
Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
Biological Activity for Aphidicolin
Aphidicolin is a DNA polymerase α, δ and ε inhibitor. Exhibits selectivity over DNA polymerase β and γ. Antimitotic, antibiotic and antiviral.
Technical Data for Aphidicolin
| M. Wt | 338.48 |
| Formula | C20H34O4 |
| Storage | Store at -20°C |
| Purity | ≥98% (HPLC) |
| CAS Number | 38966-21-1 |
| PubChem ID | 457964 |
| InChI Key | NOFOAYPPHIUXJR-APNQCZIXSA-N |
| Smiles | OC[C@@]1(O)CC[C@@]23[C@](CC[C@]4([H])[C@]3(C)CC[C@@H](O)[C@@]4(C)CO)([H])C[C@@H]1C2 |
The technical data provided above is for guidance only. For batch specific data refer to the Certificate of Analysis.
Tocris products are intended for laboratory research use only, unless stated otherwise.
Solubility Data for Aphidicolin
| Solvent | Max Conc. mg/mL | Max Conc. mM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solubility | |||
| DMSO | 8.46 | 25 |
Preparing Stock Solutions for Aphidicolin
The following data is based on the product molecular weight 338.48. Batch specific molecular weights may vary from batch to batch due to the degree of hydration, which will affect the solvent volumes required to prepare stock solutions.
| Concentration / Solvent Volume / Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 mM | 11.82 mL | 59.09 mL | 118.18 mL |
| 1.25 mM | 2.36 mL | 11.82 mL | 23.64 mL |
| 2.5 mM | 1.18 mL | 5.91 mL | 11.82 mL |
| 12.5 mM | 0.24 mL | 1.18 mL | 2.36 mL |
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References for Aphidicolin
References are publications that support the biological activity of the product.
Spadari et al (1984) Control of DNA replication and cell proliferation in eukaryotes by aphidicolin. Toxicol.Pathol. 12 143 PMID: 11478315
Bucknall et al (1973) Antiviral effects of aphidicolin, a new antibiotic produced by Cephalosporium aphidicola. Antimicrob.Agents Chemother. 4 294 PMID: 4357181
Syväoja et al (1990) DNA polymerases α, δ, and ε: three distinct enzymes from HeLa cells. Proc.Natl.Acad.Sci.U.S.A. 87 6664 PMID: 1975694
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1 Citation for Aphidicolin
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Clifford J et al (2019) Genetic and Mechanical Regulation of Intestinal Smooth Muscle Development. Cell 179 90-105.e21 PMID: 31539501
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