Enzyme co-factor. Protein conjugate for biochemical assays. Participates in the citric acid cycle. Necessary for, and promotes cell growth, fatty acid production and the metabolism of fats and amino acids in vivo. Orally active.Biotin also acts as a cofac
Storage Temp
Store at 2-8°C
Shipped In
Wet ice
Grade
Moligand™
Note
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour. Need more advice on solubility, usage and handling? Please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQ) page for more details.
Product Description
Essential vitamin that is important for amino acid and energy metabolism
Application
Biotin may be used to elute proteins from avidin/streptavidin resins.
It has been used for culturing of oligodendrocytes.
It has been used as a vitamin supplement for the growth of Bacillus species.
It has been used for blocking endogenous biotin during immunohistology procedures.
Solubility in water: 0.22 g/L (25°C) Solubility in other solvents: more soluble in hot water and dil. alkali 0.8 g/L alcohol insoluble in most other common organic solvents
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