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| Introduction: |
Catalase, along with superoxide dismutase and glutathione peroxidase, controls the levels of oxygen–derived free radicals in mammalian cells. Together these molecules may function as a somatic oxidant defense. Prevents apoptosis in cultured rat ovarian follicles.
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| Form: |
Green lyophilized solid
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| Amount per kit: |
5 MU
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| CAS: |
9001-05-2
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| RETCS: |
FI4378000
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| EC: |
1.11.1.6
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| Weight: |
247,000
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| Spec Act: |
40,000 units/mg protein
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| Activity: |
>5000 units/mg dry weight
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| Unit: |
1 MU = 1,000,000 units. One unit is defined as the amount of enzyme that will decompose 1.0 µmol of H2O2 per minute at 30 degrees C, pH 7.0.
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| Solubility: |
H2O and aqueous buffers
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| Storage: |
Freeze. Protect from moisture. Following reconstitution, aliquot and refreeze. This product is stable for 2 years as supplied. Stock solutions are stable for at least 1 month when frozen.
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| References: |
1.Tilly, J.L., and Tilly, K.I. 1995. Endocrinology 136, 242.
2.Beers, R.F., and Sizer, I.W. 1952. J. Biol. Chem. 195, 133.
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**For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.** |