Cholesterol 5α,6α-epoxide

Catalog No.: A75994
Biochemical Assay Reagent
Cholesterol 5α,6α-epoxide is an epoxide derivative of cholesterol that serves as an important biochemical assay reagent. It is formed through the enzymatic oxidation of cholesterol in the liver and other tissues and plays a crucial role as an intermediate in bile acid biosynthesis, which is essential for the digestion and absorption of dietary fats. Additionally, this compound may influence cholesterol metabolism and transport, though its precise biological functions are still under investigation.
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DescriptionCholesterol 5α,6α-epoxide is an epoxide derivative of cholesterol that serves as an important biochemical assay reagent. It is formed through the enzymatic oxidation of cholesterol in the liver and other tissues and plays a crucial role as an intermediate in bile acid biosynthesis, which is essential for the digestion and absorption of dietary fats. Additionally, this compound may influence cholesterol metabolism and transport, though its precise biological functions are still under investigation.
Product Information
Catalog NumA75994
FormulaC27H46O2
Molecular Weight402.65
CAS Number1250-95-9
SMILESCC(C)CCC[C@@H](C)[C@H]1CC[C@@]2([H])[C@]3([H])C[C@@]4([H])[C@@]5(O4)C[C@@H](O)CC[C@]5(C)[C@@]3([H])CC[C@]12C
Synonyms5α,6α-Epoxycholesterol
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