5-Formyl-CTP sodium salt is a modified form of cytidine triphosphate (CTP) with a formyl group attached to the 5-position of the pyrimidine ring. This modification can mimic the structure of transition state analogs, making it useful in studies of enzyme mechanisms and inhibitor design. It can also serve as a substrate for enzymes involved in RNA modification and nucleotide metabolism. The sodium salt form improves its solubility and stability, enabling its use in biochemical assays and enzymatic reactions.
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