Coenzyme Q10-d6, also known as ubiquinone-d6, is a deuterated form of coenzyme Q10, a vital compound found in the mitochondria of cells, playing a crucial role in the electron transport chain and energy production. The "d6" designation indicates that this compound has six deuterium atoms, which are isotopes of hydrogen, replacing the regular hydrogen atoms in the molecule. This modification is often used in research to trace metabolic pathways or in studies involving pharmacokinetics. Coenzyme Q10 itself is a lipophilic antioxidant, contributing to cellular protection against oxidative stress. It is involved in various biological processes, including ATP synthesis and the stabilization of cell membranes. The presence of deuterium can alter the physical and chemical properties slightly, such as solubility and stability, compared to its non-deuterated counterpart. Coenzyme Q10-d6 is utilized in various scientific applications, including metabolic studies and as a standard in mass spectrometry due to its unique isotopic signature.

Coenzyme Q10-d6

110971-02-3: Coenzyme Q10-d6, also known as ubiquinone-d6, is a deuterated form of coenzyme Q10, a vital compound found in the mitochondria of cells, playing a crucial role in the electron transport chain and energy production. The "d6" designation indicates that this compound has six deuterium atoms, which are isotopes of hydrogen, replacing the regular hydrogen atoms in the molecule. This modification is often used in research to trace metabolic pathways or in studies involving pharmacokinetics. Coenzyme Q10 itself is a lipophilic antioxidant, contributing to cellular protection against oxidative stress. It is involved in various biological processes, including ATP synthesis and the stabilization of cell membranes. The presence of deuterium can alter the physical and chemical properties slightly, such as solubility and stability, compared to its non-deuterated counterpart. Coenzyme Q10-d6 is utilized in various scientific applications, including metabolic studies and as a standard in mass spectrometry due to its unique isotopic signature.

CAS 110971-02-3

Coenzyme Q10-d6

Ubidecarenone-d6 (Coenzyme Q10-d6)

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