Fig. 1 · Structure
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5-Aminolevulinic acid
Cat. No.
A71248
CAS
106-60-5
Endogenous Metabolite
5-Aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) serves as an endogenous metabolite and is crucial in the biosynthesis of heme. It acts as a precursor for porphyrin synthesis, influencing various biological processes, including oxygen transport and electron transfer in cellular respiration. 5-ALA is widely used in research related to metabolic pathways, photodynamic therapy, and cancer diagnostics.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 106-60-5 |
| Applications | Endogenous Metabolite |
| Formula | C5H9NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 131.13 |
| Synonyms | 5-ALA; δ-Aminolevulinic acid; 5-Amino-4-oxopentanoic acid |
| SMILES | O=C(O)CCC(CN)=O |
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Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
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