CAS 16355-29-6

6b-Hydroxy Cortisol

Description:

6β-Hydroxycortisol is a steroid hormone and a metabolite of cortisol, which is produced in the adrenal cortex. It is characterized by the presence of a hydroxyl group at the 6β position of the steroid nucleus, which distinguishes it from cortisol and other related corticosteroids. This compound plays a role in the metabolism of cortisol and is involved in various physiological processes, including the regulation of inflammation and immune responses. 6β-Hydroxycortisol is typically found in urine and can be measured to assess adrenal function and cortisol metabolism. Its presence can indicate alterations in steroid metabolism, which may be relevant in conditions such as Cushing's syndrome or adrenal insufficiency. The compound is also of interest in pharmacokinetics and toxicology, as it can influence the biological activity of corticosteroids. As a chemical entity, it is classified under the broader category of glucocorticoids and is subject to various analytical methods for detection and quantification in biological samples.

Formula: C₂₁H₂₈O₆

InChI: InChI=1/C21H28O6/c1-19-5-3-11(23)7-14(19)15(24)8-12-13-4-6-21(27,17(26)10-22)20(13,2)9-16(25)18(12)19/h3,5,7,12-13,15-16,18,22,24-25,27H,4,6,8-10H2,1-2H3/t12-,13-,15?,16?,18+,19-,20-,21-/m0/s1

Synonyms:

• (6b,11b)-6,11,17,21-Tetrahydroxy-pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
• 6b-Hydroxyprednisolon
• 6-Hydroxyprednisolone
• 6,11,17,21-Tetrahydroxypregna-1,4-Diene-3,20-Dione
• 6-β-Hydroxy Prednisolone Q: What is the CAS Number of
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• 6-β-Hydroxy Prednisolone
• Prednisolone Impurity 4（Prednisolone EP Impurity D）
• 6β-Hydroxyprednisone
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• 6β-Hydroxy Prednisolone
• 6β,11β,17α,21-Tetrahydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
• 6-β-Hydroxy PrednisoloneQ: What is
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 6,11,17,21-tetrahydroxy-, (6beta,11beta)-