Molecular structure of L-(−)-chiro-Inositol, CAS Number: 551-72-4
L-(−)-chiro-Inositol (CAS 551-72-4)
Alternate Names:
1L-chiro-Inositol; I-inositol; Levoinositol
CAS Number:
551-72-4
Purity:
95%
Molecular Weight:
180.16
Molecular Formula:
C6H12O6
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In scientific studies, L-(−)-chiro-Inositol has been a focus due to its involvement in processes like signal transmission within cells, cellular growth and specialization, and the control of genetic expression. Functionally, L-(−)-chiro-Inositol is integral to activating enzymes like phosphoinositide-3-kinase (PI3K) that are for cellular signal transmission. It also contributes to the creation of L-(−)-chiro-Inositol phosphates, key signaling molecules for cell development and differentiation, and plays a role in gene expression regulation by acting as a cofactor for transcription factors.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
L-(−)-chiro-Inositol, 1 g | sc-257639 | 1 g | $364.00 |