Description
The Firefly Luciferase (F-Luc) mRNA encodes the enzyme responsible for the bioluminescence seen in fireflies and click beetles. Upon delivery into cells or animals, it is translated into F-Luc protein, which emits light in the presence of its substrate, Luciferin.
This mRNA features:
- A Cap 1 structure with high capping efficiency
- 100% substitution with 5-Methoxyuridine (5-MOU) for improved protein expression and reduced innate immune response
- A 100A poly(A) tail to mimic natural mature mRNA
This construct offers strong, reliable bioluminescent signaling, making it ideal for transfection optimization, biodistribution studies, and LNP delivery validation. |
Form |
Liquid |
Concentration |
1mg/mL |
Full mRNA length |
1909nt |
Full mRNA Molecular Weight |
622225 |
Storage buffer |
1mM Sodium citrate, pH6.5 |
Storage condition |
Store at -20°C for short term (<3 months), store at -80°C for long term. |
Appearance |
Clear and free of foreign particles |
RNA Length |
Expected size band detected |
RNA Content |
Target ± 5% |
Integrity |
≥ 75% |
OD260/OD280 |
1.70 ~ 2.30 |
Capping Efficiency |
≥ 90% |
Endotoxin |
< 10 EU/mg |
pH |
Target ± 0.5 |
Transfect 0.1-0.5 µg of mRNA with 0.5 µL of Lipofectamine™ MessengerMAX™ (or equivalent reagent) per well in a 96-well plate, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Assess luciferase expression 12-48 hours post-transfection using luciferase assay system (Promega, E4030). |

Expression of F-Luc mRNA (5-MOU) in A549 cells. The expression was measured 24 and 48 hours after transfection of mRNA by luciferase assay (Promega, E4030). m1Ψ modified F-Luc mRNA was utilized as a control.
For laboratory research use only. Direct human use, including taking orally and injection and clinical use are forbidden.