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CAS Number:
3031-95-6
Purity:
99.66
Molecular Weight:
454.28
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Product Description:
SAICAR is an intermediate of de novo purine nucleotide biosynthesis, activates pyruvate kinase isoform M2 (PKM2) in an isozyme-selective manner, with an EC50 of 0.3 mM. SAICAR stimulates PKM2 and promotes cancer cell survival in glucose-limited conditions[1][2].
Storage Temperature:
4°C (Powder, sealed storage, away from moisture and light)