Description
N-(Amino-PEG4)-N-fluorescein-PEG4-acid is a bifunctional molecule featuring an amino-PEG4 group linked to fluorescein and a PEG4 spacer terminating with a carboxylic acid moiety. This compound combines the fluorescence properties of fluorescein with the versatility of PEGylation for various bioconjugation applications.
Applications
N-(Amino-PEG4)-N-fluorescein-PEG4-acid can be used as a valuable tool in fluorescence labeling and imaging studies. The fluorescein moiety imparts strong fluorescent properties, allowing for the visualization and detection of tagged biomolecules or cellular structures. The PEG4 spacers provide flexibility and water solubility, reducing steric hindrance and non-specific interactions, thus enhancing the specificity and sensitivity of fluorescent labeling assays.