Bioactivity | Sulfo-Cy5 amine is a dye derivative of Cyanine 5 (Cy5) (HY-D0821) bearing an amine group. The sulfonate ion increases the water solubility of the compound, making it suitable for use in aqueous solutions. Cy5 is a near-infrared fluorescent dye commonly used in biolabeling and cell imaging. The amine functionality of Sulfo-Cy5 amine can react with carboxyl groups to form covalent bonds. Sulfo-Cy5 amine can bind to biomolecules such as proteins and antibodies to track their location and dynamic changes in biological samples. |
Name | Sulfo-Cy5 amine |
CAS | 2183440-44-8 |
Formula | C38H52N4O7S2 |
Molar Mass | 740.97 |
Appearance | 固体 |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture and light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light) |