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Versatile fluorescence labeling method using activated esters on solid support.

Abstract

A versatile fluorescence labeling method employing support bound nitrophenyl, N-hydroxysuccinimidyl, 1-hydroxybenzotriazoyl and oxime active esters is described. The relative kinetic properties of different esters were systematically compared using an environment-independent benzoquinoline dye.

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Y T Chang, P G Schultz. 1999-09-06. Versatile fluorescence labeling method using activated esters on solid support.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0960-894x(99)00422-9

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