Used as a pharmaceutical intermediate to reduce toxicity and as an enzyme substrate in diagnostic reagents. Salmon-gal is used in conjunction with IPTG for detection of β-galactosidase activity in bacterial colonies in a colometric assay to detect recombinants (white) from the non-recombinants (SALMON). In conjunction with X-glu, salmon-gal is useful for simultaneous detection of GUS and Lac activities on the same plate.
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ApplicationsUsed as a pharmaceutical intermediate to reduce toxicity and as an enzyme substrate in diagnostic reagents. Salmon-gal is used in conjunction with IPTG for detection of β-galactosidase activity in bacterial colonies in a colometric assay to detect recombinants (white) from the non-recombinants (SALMON). In conjunction with X-glu, salmon-gal is useful for simultaneous detection of GUS and Lac activities on the same plate.
SolubilityInsoluble in water. Soluble in DMSO and DMFO, methanol.
NotesMoisture sensitive. Store away from water/moisture, heat and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas.