| Description | D-Luciferin Sodium is a heterocyclic light-emitting compound and natural ligand for luciferase used to detect cell activity. The salt form of luciferin dissolves in water or other typical buffers. |
| Synonyms | D-萤光素钠盐, D-虫荧光素钠 |
| molecular weight | 302.29 |
| Molecular formula | C11H7N2NaO3S2 |
| CAS | 103404-75-7 |
| Storage | keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice. |
| Solubility | DMSO: 16.67 mg/mL (55.13 mM), Sonication is recommended. H2O: 100 mg/mL, Sonication is recommended. |
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