Thymidine-13C10,15N2 is the 13C and 15N labeled Thymidine, a specific precursor of deoxyribonucleic acid. It is used as a cell synchronizing agent and acts as a DNA synthesis inhibitor, capable of arresting cells at the G1/S boundary prior to DNA replication. Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements are incorporated into drug molecules, primarily as tracers for quantitation during drug development. Deuteration has gained attention due to its potential to influence the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs.
- This compound can be used as a tracer.
- This compound can be used as an internal standard for quantitative analysis by NMR, GC-MS, or LC-MS.