8(9)-dehydrocholesterol

CAS: 70741-38-7

Ref. 3D-VCA74138

Información del producto

• Nombre: 8(9)-dehydrocholesterol
• Sinónimos: (3β)-Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol, 70741-38-7, 8,9-Dehydrocholesterol, 8-Dehydrocholesterol, Cholesta-5,8-dien-3-ol, (3β)-, Cholesta-5,8-dien-3β-ol

Descripción

8(9)-dehydrocholesterol is a cholesterol precursor that can be synthesized by the liver. It is an intermediate in the synthesis of cholesterol and bile acids. 8(9)-Dehydrocholesterol has been found to have high levels of activity against cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis, which is a rare genetic disorder that causes neurological problems and skin lesions. 8(9)-Dehydrocholesterol is also used as a diagnostic marker for this disease. This molecule has been shown to have some biochemical abnormalities, such as high values of creatine kinase, which are associated with fatty acid oxidation disorders.

• Marca: Biosynth

Propiedades químicas

• Peso molecular: 384.64 g/mol
• Fórmula: C₂₇H₄₄O
• Pureza: Min. 95%
• Color/Forma: Powder