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General description
Native cholesterol oxidase from Streptomyces species. Catalyzes oxidation of cholesterol to cholesterone and hydrogen peroxide (isoelectric points: 6.1 and 7.3). Suitable for determination of total cholesterol when coupled with cholinesterase and peroxidase. Has an optimal pH of 6.0-8.0.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Other Notes
Gadda, G., et al. 1997. Eur. J. Biochem. 250, 369.
Packaging
500 u in Plastic ampoule
Unit Definition
One unit is defined as the amount of enzyme that will oxidize 1.0 µmol of cholesterol per min at 25°C, pH 7.0.
Warning
Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)
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