TRICHLOROACETIC ACID AR 10% WV
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RXSOL-60-6605-759
Also known as
TRICHLOROACETIC ACID AR 10% WV
TRICHLOROACETIC ACID AR 10% WV used in biochemistry for the precipitation of macromolecules, such as proteins, DNA, and RNA. TCA and DCA are both used in cosmetic treatments (such as chemical peels and tattoo removal) and as
topical medication for chemoablation of warts, including genital warts.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is used as a reagent for the precipitation of proteins1,2 and nucleic acids3. The addition of 10% TCA solution will precipitate most proteins and the DNA can be precipitated with 5-10% ice cold TCA solution.
Note
Trichloroacetic acid is a monocarboxylic acid that is acetic acid in which all three methyl hydrogens are substituted by chlorine. It has a role as a metabolite, a carcinogenic agent and a mouse metabolite. It is a monocarboxylic acid and an organochlorine compound. It derives from an acetic acid.
widely used in biochemistry for the precipitation of macromolecules, such as proteins, DNA, and RNA. TCA and DCA are both used in cosmetic treatments (such as chemical peels and tattoo removal) and as topical medication for chemoablation of warts, including genital warts. It can kill normal cells as well
