Investigating Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase with Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride
NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. sheds light on a critical application of Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride (CAS 298-83-9): the accurate determination of Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity. G6PD is a vital enzyme in the pentose phosphate pathway, crucial for protecting red blood cells from oxidative damage. Its measurement is important in diagnosing G6PD deficiency, a common genetic disorder.
Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride acts as an excellent substrate for G6PD and other dehydrogenases. In the presence of the enzyme and its substrate (glucose-6-phosphate), Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride is reduced to a formazan dye, forming an insoluble blue precipitate. This color change is directly proportional to the activity of G6PD present in the sample, allowing for quantitative analysis. Researchers utilize this property for precise glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase assays, contributing to both clinical diagnostics and fundamental metabolic research.
The sensitivity and reliability of Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride in these assays are critical. It allows for the detection of even low levels of enzyme activity, which is essential for identifying carriers or individuals with partial G6PD deficiency. The formation of a stable, visible precipitate simplifies the assay, making it adaptable to various laboratory settings. This chromogenic reaction is a cornerstone in many biochemical test kits designed for enzyme analysis.
NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. provides high-purity Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride to ensure accurate and reproducible results for G6PD determination and other enzyme studies. Our commitment to quality means that researchers can confidently use our products for critical diagnostic and scientific investigations. Understanding and accurately measuring enzyme activity is fundamental to progress in medicine and biology, and NINGBO INNO PHARMCHEM CO.,LTD. is proud to support these vital efforts through our reliable chemical offerings.
Perspectives & Insights
Silicon Analyst 88
“Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride acts as an excellent substrate for G6PD and other dehydrogenases.”
Quantum Seeker Pro
“In the presence of the enzyme and its substrate (glucose-6-phosphate), Nitrotetrazolium Blue Chloride is reduced to a formazan dye, forming an insoluble blue precipitate.”
Bio Reader 7
“This color change is directly proportional to the activity of G6PD present in the sample, allowing for quantitative analysis.”