ISSN:
1432-0983
Keywords:
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
;
IMP dehydrogenase
;
6-azauracil
;
GTP level
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Summary The addition of 6-azauracil to the growth medium causes a strong reduction of the GTP level in the nucleotide pool of Saccharomyces cerevisiae. In-vitro experiments show a strong inhibition of IMP dehydrogenase activity by 6-azaUMP explaining the preceeding effect. PPR2 mutants, previously characterized by an increased sensitivity to 6-azauracil compared to the wildtype, are specifically susceptible to the lowering of the GTP pool, and are able to grow in presence of 6-azauracil when guanine is added to the medium.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00351735
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