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CAS 636-58-8

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γ-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteine

Description:
γ-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteine, also known as gamma-glutamylcysteine, is a dipeptide composed of the amino acids glutamic acid and cysteine. It is characterized by the presence of a gamma linkage between the carboxyl group of glutamic acid and the amino group of cysteine, which distinguishes it from other peptide forms. This compound plays a crucial role in the biosynthesis of glutathione, a vital antioxidant in cells that helps protect against oxidative stress. γ-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteine is typically found in various biological systems and is involved in cellular processes such as detoxification and the regulation of cellular redox states. It is soluble in water and exhibits a relatively stable structure under physiological conditions. The compound is of interest in biochemical research and potential therapeutic applications, particularly in the context of oxidative stress-related diseases. Its CAS number, 636-58-8, is used for identification in chemical databases and regulatory contexts.
Formula:C8H14N2O5S
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H14N2O5S/c9-4(7(12)13)1-2-6(11)10-5(3-16)8(14)15/h4-5,16H,1-3,9H2,(H,10,11)(H,12,13)(H,14,15)/t4-,5-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=RITKHVBHSGLULN-WHFBIAKZSA-N
SMILES:[C@@H](NC(CC[C@@H](C(O)=O)N)=O)(C(O)=O)CS
Synonyms:
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</smallcap>-Cysteine, <smallcap>L</span>-γ-glutamyl-
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</smallcap>-Cysteine, N-<smallcap>L</span>-γ-glutamyl-
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</smallcap>-γ-Glutamyl-<smallcap>L</span>-cysteine
  • Cysteine, γ-glutamyl-
  • Glutamine, N-(1-carboxy-2-mercaptoethyl)-
  • Glutamine, N-(1-carboxy-2-mercaptoethyl)-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
  • L-Cysteine, N-L-gamma-glutamyl-
  • L-gamma-glutamyl-L-cysteine
  • gamma-Glu-cys
  • gamma-Glutamylcysteine
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