1-Palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine-d9 (CAS 17364-16-8 (unlabeled))

1-Palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine-d9, with the CAS number 17364-16-8, is a deuterated form of the naturally occurring phospholipid, palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine. This chemically modified lipid is primarily used in research environments to investigate lipid metabolism and the dynamics of lipid membranes through the incorporation of deuterium atoms at specific positions. Deuterium, a stable isotope of hydrogen, is non-radioactive and has unique nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) properties, which make it particularly useful for NMR spectroscopy studies. By replacing hydrogen atoms with deuterium, researchers can track the behavior and movement of this molecule within biological systems without altering its overall biophysical properties significantly. This approach allows for detailed exploration of lipid behavior in various environments, helps in understanding lipid interactions within cell membranes, and facilitates the study of lipid dynamics as they occur in real time. Additionally, the use of such deuterated compounds aids in reducing the background noise in NMR experiments, thereby enhancing signal clarity and the reliability of the data obtained. This makes 1-Palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine-d9 a critical tool in advanced research methodologies focused on the fundamental aspects of lipid biochemistry and cell membrane physics.