Description
 4-MU-NANA is a fluorescent substrate for the enzymatic assay of neuraminidase. In this assay, neuraminidase catalyzes the hydrolyzation of 2'-(4-Methylumbelliferyl)-α-D-N-acetylneuraminic acid to N-acetylneuraminic acid and 4-Methylumbelliferone, a blue, fluorescent, soluble substance that can be detected fluorometrically. 
  This product is ideal for sensitively measuring activity and can be used to assess even the slightest amounts of neuraminidase activity in humans. Additionally, it can be used to identify patients who exhibit normal levels of activity or those who are deficient. Lower neuraminidase activity has been observed in cancer patients. 
 
 Product Specifications 
 2-(4-Methylumbelliferyl)- α-D-N- acetylneuraminic  acid sodium salt 
 4-MU-NANA · Na 
  MOLECULAR BIOLOGY GRADE 
  Formula:C21H24NO11Na 
  MW:489.42 g/mol 
  Color/Purity:Off-white powder to  yellow powder 
  PubChem Chemical ID:71750675 
  Storage/Handling:Store at -80°C. Protect from light.