Cat No.
NATE-0330
Description
β-glucuronidase catalyzes the breakdown of complex carbohydrates. In humans it converts conjugated bilirubin into the unconjugated form, making bilirubin suitable for reabsorption.
Abbr
GUSB, Native (E. coli)
Alias
GUSB
Species
Escherichia coli
Form
lyophilized powder
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 3.2.1.31
CAS No.
9001-45-0
Composition
Protein, 30-70% biuret
Unit Definition
One unit will liberate 1.0 μg of phenolphthalein from phenolphthalein glucuronide per hr at 37°C at the pH 6.8 (30 min assay).
Applications
β-glucuronidase is used as a reporter gene in GUS assays to monitor gene expression.
Synonyms
β-glucuronide glucuronohydrolase glucuronidase; exo-β-D-glucuronidase; ketodase; EC 3.2.1.31; 9001-45-0; β-D-glucuronoside glucuronosohydrolase; GUSB