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CAS No: 40567-80-4 Code: DL023080
TOPS; 3-(N-Ethyl-3-methylanilino)propanesulfonic acid sodium salt
This compound’s water solubility, stability, and chromogenic properties make it a versatile reagent in clinical and laboratory diagnostics. It is commonly paired with other reagents in enzymatic detection systems to achieve sensitive and accurate results in medical tests.
| ITEMS | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| IUPAC Name | TOPS; 3-(N-Ethyl-3-methylanilino)propanesulfonic acid sodium salt; N-ethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-m-toluidine, sodium salt |
| Appearance : | White or off-white crystalline powder |
| CAS NO: | 40567-80-4 |
| Purity: | ≥ 99.0% |
| Chemical Formula: | C12H18NNaO3S |
| Molecular Weight : | 279.3 g·mol |
| Storage : | 2-8 ℃ |
| Package Size | 500g/1Kg/25Kg |
Mechanism of Action
In diagnostic applications, N-ethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-m-toluidine sodium salt acts as a chromogenic reagent. When catalyzed by peroxidase in the presence of hydrogen peroxide, it undergoes oxidation to form a colored product.
The intensity of the color is directly proportional to the analyte concentration, making it an essential component of colorimetric assays.
Applications
Clinical Diagnostics
- Commonly used as a chromogenic substrate or reagent in diagnostic assays, particularly in enzymatic reactions involving peroxidase.
- Plays a key role in colorimetric detection systems, such as in glucose or cholesterol testing kits.
Biochemical Analysis
- Involved in spectrophotometric methods for the quantitative determination of specific analytes.
- Its reaction with hydrogen peroxide and peroxidase produces a colored compound, enabling optical measurement.
Research and Development
- Utilized in studies on enzymatic activity, particularly with peroxidase-related systems.
- Provides insights into reaction kinetics and assay development.
