Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride (CAS 5080-50-2)
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Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride is a compound often utilized in molecular biology and biochemistry for its role in the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria, which is essential for beta-oxidation and energy production. In research focused on metabolism, it is used to explore the intracellular mechanisms of energy homeostasis and the regulation of mitochondrial function. As a result, it is involved in studies aiming to understand cellular energetics and the potential optimization of metabolic pathways. Additionally, Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride is employed in studies of neuronal function and plasticity, as it is known to have an affinity for nervous tissue. It is also a key molecule in the study of aging and related metabolic processes, due to its involvement in lipid metabolism and the production of acetyl-CoA, a central metabolite in many biosynthetic and energy-yielding pathways.
Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride (CAS 5080-50-2) References
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Acetyl-L-carnitine chloride, 1 g | sc-210747 | 1 g | $53.00 |