(2R,3R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxybutanoic acid
Catalog No. A74348

(2R,3R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxybutanoic acid, commonly referred to as erythronic acid, functions as an endogenous metabolite involved in various biological processes. This naturally occurring organic acid is present in multiple biological fluids, including aqueous humor, urine, plasma, cerebrospinal fluid, and synovial fluid, in both healthy adults and children. Its production occurs through the oxidation of GlcNAc, making it a valuable compound for research into metabolic pathways and related health studies.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | A74348 |
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| M. Wt | 136.10 |
| Formula | C4H8O5 |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 488-16-4 |
| Synonyms | |
| SMILES | OC[C@@H](O)[C@@H](O)C(O)=O |
Biological Activity
| Description | (2R,3R)-2,3,4-Trihydroxybutanoic acid, commonly referred to as erythronic acid, functions as an endogenous metabolite involved in various biological processes. This naturally occurring organic acid is present in multiple biological fluids, including aqueous humor, urine, plasma, cerebrospinal fluid, and synovial fluid, in both healthy adults and children. Its production occurs through the oxidation of GlcNAc, making it a valuable compound for research into metabolic pathways and related health studies. |
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