L-Glutamic acid-5-13C (CAS 81202-00-8)
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L-Glutamic acid-5-13C is an isotopically labeled form of the amino acid glutamic acid, an essential component of proteins and a participant in diverse metabolic processes. This naturally occurring compound is present in various foods and plays a vital role in maintaining proper bodily functions. In scientific research, the 13C isotope is employed to investigate the metabolism of glutamic acid and its involvement in various biochemical pathways. It is also utilized to explore the influence of glutamic acid on gene expression regulation and protein synthesis. As a substrate for the enzyme glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD), L-Glutamic acid-5-13C undergoes conversion to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), enabling studies on GAD enzymatic activity and GABAergic neurotransmission.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
L-Glutamic acid-5-13C, 500 mg | sc-363575 | 500 mg | $775.00 |