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FAM Peptide Labeling

FAM Peptide Labeling FAM is a fluorescein-family dye widely used in peptide, oligonucleotide, and probe labeling. It is useful for fluorescence assays, peptide conjugation, and general green-channel detection workflows. Key Properties Excitation / Emission 494

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FAM Peptide Labeling

FAM is a fluorescein-family dye widely used in peptide, oligonucleotide, and probe labeling. It is useful for fluorescence assays, peptide conjugation, and general green-channel detection workflows.

Key Properties

Excitation / Emission

494 / 520 nm

Color

Green

Laser Compatibility

488 nm

Typical Use

Assays, probes, peptide conjugates

Notes

Frequently used in analytical and bioassay formats

FAM Spectrum

Why Use FAM?

Strong green-channel signal

Widely used in probes and assay systems

Compatible with standard 488 nm excitation

Useful for peptide-based fluorescence applications

Common Labeling Formats

N-terminal labeling

Side-chain labeling at selected residues

Use with spacer arms when needed

Related Dyes

FITC

ATTO 488

TAMRA

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Customization to Fit Specific Research Needs

Every research project is unique—and so are your labeling requirements. We offer a wide range of labeling options, including fluorescent dyes, biotin, stable isotopes, and affinity tags, with full customization in sequence design, labeling site selection, and conjugation chemistry. Our team works closely with you to develop labeling strategies that fit your experimental design and platform compatibility.

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