Molecular structure of 3-Oxo-7α,12α-hydroxy-5β-cholanoic Acid, CAS Number: 2304-89-4
3-Oxo-7α,12α-hydroxy-5β-cholanoic Acid (CAS 2304-89-4)
Alternate Names:
3-Oxodeoxycholic Acid
CAS Number:
2304-89-4
Molecular Weight:
406.56
Molecular Formula:
C24H38O5
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3-Oxo-7α,12α-hydroxy-5β-cholanoic Acid, also known as 3-Oxocholic acid or chenodeoxycholic acid or CDCA, is a bile acid derivative. It is a naturally occurring compound found in the liver and gallbladder, where it is synthesized from cholesterol. 3-Oxo-7α,12α-hydroxy-5β-cholanoic Acid is an important component of bile, a substance produced by the liver that aids in the digestion and absorption of dietary fats. It plays a role in emulsifying fats and promoting their absorption in the small intestine. It also helps in the elimination of waste products from the body.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
3-Oxo-7α,12α-hydroxy-5β-cholanoic Acid, 500 mg | sc-478750 | 500 mg | $401.00 |