| Fluorescein phosphoramidite is composed of a protected fluorescein molecule linked to a ß-cyanoethylphosphoramidite. The fluorescein derivative consists of to isomers derived form 5- and 6- carboxy fluorescein. As a result, two peaks will be seen on a RP-HPLC chromatogram of the synthesis product. |
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| Key Features of the Fluorescein Phosphoramidite |
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Readily soluble in acetonitrile |
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Couples to the 5’ end of the oligonucleotide using standard synthesis protocols |
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Protecting groups on the fluorescein moiety are removed under standard conditions of cleavage and deprotection with concentrated ammonia |
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A detritylation step is not required since the fluorescein phosphoramidite does not contain a dimethoxytrityl (DMT-) group |
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The labeled oligonucleotide is ready for use in most applications after the evaporation of ammonia. Standard procedures can be used if additional purification is required |
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The fluorescein moiety provides a purification handle in RP-HPLC purification |
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