Description

Phosphorus-32 is a radioactive isotope of phosphorus, widely recognized for its application as a tracer in biochemical and medical research. Its beta emission makes it an indispensable tool for studying metabolic pathways, nucleic acid synthesis, and cellular processes. This product is essential for researchers and professionals in molecular biology, oncology, and nuclear medicine who require a reliable radiolabel for diagnostic and investigative purposes.

Application

• Molecular Biology Research: Used as a radiolabel for nucleic acid probes in Southern, Northern, and dot-blot hybridization assays.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Acts as a tracer to study phosphorylation, ATP metabolism, and phospholipid biosynthesis in living systems.
• Oncology and Radiopharmaceuticals: Employed in the development and testing of targeted radiotherapeutic agents and for studying tumor cell proliferation.
• Agricultural and Environmental Science: Utilized to trace phosphate uptake in plants and to study phosphorus cycling in ecosystems.
• DNA Sequencing and Genomics: Historically used in autoradiography for Sanger sequencing methods.
• Quality Control in Biotechnology: Applied in the calibration of radiation detection equipment and in assay development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phosphorus-32
CAS No.	15364-02-0
Molecular Formula	32P
Molecular Weight	31.9738 g/mol
Synonyms	Phosphorus-32; Radioactive Phosphorus; 32P; Phosphorus 32; Phosphorus, isotope of mass 32; Phosphorus P-32; P-32
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phosphorus-32 is produced and handled under strict quality systems. Each batch is tested for radionuclidic purity, radiochemical purity, and specific activity to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and clinical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing the assay, purity, and calibration data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed, appropriately shielded container, protected from light. Store in a designated radioactive materials area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in accordance with all local and international regulations for the handling of radioactive substances. Users must adhere to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Clear, colorless solution
Radionuclidic Identity (32P)	Conforms
Radiochemical Purity	≥ 95% (by HPLC or TLC)
Specific Activity	> 3000 Ci/mmol (Contact for specific value)
Chemical Form	Orthophosphate (in aqueous solution) or as specified
pH	6.0 - 8.0
Radionuclidic Purity	≥ 99.9%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.