Thymine is one of the four essential nucleobases found in DNA, playing a crucial role in genetic information storage. It serves as a substrate for rat liver dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD), an enzyme involved in pyrimidine metabolism. This compound is intended for research use only and is available as a solid, white to off-white powder.
- Essential nucleobase of DNA
- Substrate for rat liver dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD)
- High purity compound for reliable research
- Available as a solid, white to off-white powder
- Soluble in various solvents including DMSO and water