8(9)-dehydrocholesterol

CAS: 70741-38-7

Ref. 3D-VCA74138

Información del producto

• Nombre: 8(9)-dehydrocholesterol
• Marca: Biosynth
• 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.

Propiedades químicas

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