1-O-Oleyl-rac-glycerol (CAS 111-03-5)

1-O-Oleyl-rac-glycerol is a chemical used primarily in lipid research studies. It is a monoacylglycerol that contains an oleyl group, which is an unsaturated fatty acid chain, esterified to the glycerol backbone. This compound is of particular interest in the study of lipid metabolism and signaling pathways. Researchers use 1-O-Oleyl-rac-glycerol to investigate the role of monoacylglycerols in biological membranes and their function as intermediates in the biosynthesis and degradation of triglycerides and phospholipids. Additionally, this molecule is relevant in the examination of lipid signaling, as monoacylglycerols can serve as second messengers in cellular communication processes. In studies of digestion and absorption of dietary fats, 1-O-Oleyl-rac-glycerol is utilized to model the breakdown products of dietary triglycerides. Its behavior in biological systems helps to understand the enzymatic processes involved in lipid digestion and the subsequent uptake by intestinal cells.