CAS 566-26-7: 7α-Hydroxycholesterol
Description:7α-Hydroxycholesterol is a sterol compound and an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of bile acids and steroid hormones. It is characterized by a hydroxyl group at the 7α position of the cholesterol molecule, which influences its solubility and biological activity. This compound plays a significant role in cholesterol metabolism and is involved in various physiological processes, including the regulation of cholesterol homeostasis. 7α-Hydroxycholesterol is also known to act as a signaling molecule, influencing gene expression and cellular functions. In terms of physical properties, it is typically a white to off-white solid, soluble in organic solvents, and exhibits a melting point that varies based on purity. Its presence in biological systems can be indicative of certain metabolic conditions, and it is often studied in the context of cardiovascular health and liver function. As a compound with potential implications in health and disease, 7α-Hydroxycholesterol continues to be a subject of research in biochemistry and pharmacology.
Formula:C27H46O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C27H46O2/c1-17(2)7-6-8-18(3)21-9-10-22-25-23(12-14-27(21,22)5)26(4)13-11-20(28)15-19(26)16-24(25)29/h16-18,20-25,28-29H,6-15H2,1-5H3/t18-,20+,21-,22+,23+,24-,25+,26+,27-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=OYXZMSRRJOYLLO-RVOWOUOISA-N
SMILES:OC1C=C2CC(O)CCC2(C)C3CCC4(C)C(CCC4C13)C(C)CCCC(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (3Beta,7Alpha,8Xi)-Cholest-5-Ene-3,7-Diol
- (3β,7α)-Cholest-5-ene-3,7-diol
- 7-alpha-Hydroxycholesterol
- 7alpha -Hydroxycholesterol
- 7α-Hydroxycholest-5-en-3β-ol
- 7α-Hydroxycholesterol
- Cholest-5-Ene-3,7-Diol, (3Beta,7Alpha,8Xi)-
- Cholest-5-en-3beta,7alpha-diol
- Cholest-5-ene-3,7-diol, (3beta,7alpha)-
- Cholest-5-ene-3,7-diol, (3β,7α)-
- See more synonyms
- Cholest-5-ene-3β,7α-diol
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