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Allocholic Acid (CAS 2464-18-8)

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Alternate Names:
3-α,7-α,12-α-Trihydroxy-5-α-cholanoic Acid; 5α-Cholic Acid
Application:
Allocholic Acid is a steroid bile acid compound
CAS Number:
2464-18-8
Molecular Weight:
408.57
Molecular Formula:
C24H40O5
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Allocholic acid, a naturally occurring bile acid, plays a pivotal role in the metabolism and absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the intestines. It is produced through the microbial transformation of cholic acid, highlighting the intricate interplay between host metabolism and gut microbiota. Within research applications, allocholic acid has been extensively studied for its impact on cholesterol homeostasis and bile acid synthesis pathways. Its unique metabolic profile and the way it influences the enterohepatic circulation of bile acids make it useful in understanding the complex mechanisms governing lipid metabolism and the maintenance of cholesterol balance. Furthermore, its involvement in modulating the gut microbiome presents an intriguing avenue for investigating the broader implications of bile acids in metabolic health, offering insights into potential mechanisms that underpin the regulation of intestinal flora and its subsequent effects on host metabolism.


Allocholic Acid (CAS 2464-18-8) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Allocholic Acid, 5 mg

sc-210779
5 mg
$367.00

Allocholic Acid, 10 mg

sc-210779A
10 mg
$627.00

Allocholic Acid, 25 mg

sc-210779B
25 mg
$1265.00