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Product Description
An antineoplastic antibiotic that inhibits cell proliferation by forming a stable complex with DNA and blocking the movement of RNA polymerase which interferes with DNA-dependent RNA synthesis. Induces apoptosis. Potent antitumor agent. For cell culture applications, actinomycin D is used as a selection agent and is used in banding techniques to differentiate between different regions of chromosomes.
Additional Information
| Document Links | COA Documentation: |
| Product Number | A-1022 |
| CAS # | CAS [50-76-0] |
| Chemical Formula | C62H86N12O16 |
| Alternative Name | Actinomycin IV, Actinomycin C1, Dactinomycin |
| Appearance | Red to orange powder |
| Merck Index | Merck Index: 12.2867.1996 |
| Molecular Weight | M.W. 1255.42 |
| Purity | Purity: >98% |
| Solubility | Soluble in DMSO: 1mg/mL, ethanol. |
| Storage Temp | +4°C |
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