Properties
Description
UDP-galactose disodium is a nucleotide sugar composed of uridine diphosphate and galactose, making it water-soluble and crucial for studying galactose metabolism and glycosylation reactions.
Molecular Formula
C15H24NO17P2
Source
Chemical synthesis
Solubility
UDP-galactose disodium is soluble in water and organic solvents such as DCM, DMF, and DMSO.
Identity
Confirmed by MS/NMR.
Applications
UDP-galactose disodium can be employed as a crucial substrate in enzymatic assays for galactosyltransferases involved in glycoconjugate biosynthesis.