| Bioactivity | TO-PRO 1 is a DNA binding fluorochrome, that atached to the surface of the Feraheme (FH) nanoparticle (NP), to obtain a fluorochrome-functionalized NP. TO-PRO 1 binds DNA through intercalation, and acts as a vital fluorochrome for necrotic cells[1]. |
| Name | TO-PRO 1 |
| CAS | 157199-59-2 |
| Formula | C24H29I2N3S |
| Molar Mass | 645.38 |
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | -20°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) |
| Reference | [1]. Hoonsung Cho, et al. Fluorochrome-functionalized nanoparticles for imaging DNA in biological systems. ACS Nano. 2013 Mar 26;7(3):2032-41. |