Description
Uridine phosphorylase catalyzes the reversible phosphorolysis of uridine with the formation of ribose-1-phosphate and uracil.
Abbr
Upase, Recombinant (E. coli)
Alias
UrdPase; Upase; StUP
Applications
These enzymes are widely used for the synthesis of modified nucleotides (virasol, cladribine, fludarabine) which are efficient antiviral and antitumor drugs.
Appearance
Colourless clear liquid
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 2.4.2.3
Activity
more than 20 u/mg
Molecular Weight
27.3 kDa (163.5 kDa - hexamer)
Storage
Store at -20 degree C, for extended storage, conserve at -20 degree C or -80 degree C.
Synonyms
Uridine phosphorylase; EC 2.4.2.3; UrdPase; Upase; StUP