5-Hydroxymethylcytosine (5hmC) is an oxidized forms of 5-methylcytosine (5mC) in mammalian DNA. 5-Hydroxymethylcytosine is produced from 5mC in an enzymatic pathway involving three 5mC oxidases, Ten-eleven translocation (TET)1, TET2, and TET3. The conversion of 5mC into 5hmC can be the first step in a pathway leading towards DNA demethylation. 5-Hydroxymethylcytosine is associated with gene transcription and frequently used as a mark to investigate dynamic DNA methylation conversion during mammalian development. 5-Hydroxymethylcytosine can be used for the study of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimers, Parkinsons) and hematological malignancies (acute myeloid leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes)[1][2].
Molecular Weight:
141.13
Purity:
99.91
CAS Number:
[1123-95-1]
Formula:
C5H7N3O2
Target:
Endogenous Metabolite
Application Notes:
MCE Product type: Reference compound
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