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DL-Serine (CAS 302-84-1)

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Alternate Names:
DL-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropionic Acid
CAS Number:
302-84-1
Molecular Weight:
105.09
Molecular Formula:
C3H7NO3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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DL-Serine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a role in various biochemical processes. It functions as a building block for proteins and is involved in the synthesis of purines and pyrimidines, which are key components of DNA and RNA. DL-Serine also acts as a precursor for several important metabolites, including glycine, cysteine, and phospholipids. At the molecular level, DL-Serine is involved in the regulation of NMDA receptors in the central nervous system, modulating synaptic transmission and plasticity. It serves as a co-agonist of the NMDA receptor, contributing to the regulation of neuronal excitability and synaptic function. Its mechanism of action involves binding to specific receptor sites and influencing the activity of NMDA receptors, thereby affecting neuronal signaling and synaptic function.


DL-Serine (CAS 302-84-1) References

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DL-Serine, 25 g

sc-255133
25 g
$20.00