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Hexaenoic acid

CAT: 0931-TN11136-01Size: 10 mgDry Ice: NoHazardous: No
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CAT#:0931-TN11136-01Size:10 mg
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CAS Number
105528-06-1
Target
Endogenous Metabolite
Related Pathways
Metabolism
Bioactivity
Very-long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (VLCPUFA) are crucial components of ceramides and sphingomyelins, found in the retina, sperm, and brain. The compound 14-cis-16 (Z),19 (Z),22 (Z),25 (Z),28 (Z),31 (Z) -hexaenoic acid is a C34:6 VLCPUFA, with its specific biological functions remaining unclear. This VLCPUFA, along with others, has been studied for its potential in activating protein kinase C.
Smiles
C(CCC/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\C/C=C\CC)CCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O
Molecular Formula
C34H56O2
Molecular Weight
496.81
Shipping Conditions
Ice Packs
Storage Temperature
-20°C