DL-α-Methylleucine (CAS 144-24-1)
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DL-alpha-Methylleucine functions as a competitive inhibitor of the enzyme branched-chain amino acid aminotransferase. It interferes with the normal function of the enzyme by binding to its active site, preventing the conversion of branched-chain amino acids to their respective alpha-keto acids. By doing so, DL-alpha-Methylleucine disrupts the normal metabolic pathways of these amino acids, leading to a decrease in the production of metabolites and energy sources. This interference at the molecular level can be utilized to study the specific roles of branched-chain amino acids in cellular metabolism and to investigate the consequences of their dysregulation. In a research and development setting, DL-alpha-Methylleucine′s mode of action provides a means to manipulate cellular processes and study the resulting effects, contributing to a deeper understanding of metabolic pathways.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
DL-α-Methylleucine, 1 g | sc-285463 | 1 g | $100.00 | |||
DL-α-Methylleucine, 5 g | sc-285463A | 5 g | $330.00 |