LNA-CTP, or Locked Nucleic Acid-cytidine triphosphate, is a modified nucleotide used in biochemical and molecular biology research. It contains a cytidine base modified with a locked nucleic acid (LNA) backbone and linked to a triphosphate group. This modified nucleotide is utilized in studies related to RNA and DNA research, where LNA modifications enhance the stability and specificity of oligonucleotides. LNA-CTP can be incorporated into RNA or DNA strands during synthesis, allowing researchers to investigate various aspects of nucleic acid structure, function, and interactions.
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