N-Acetyl-DL-methionine (CAS 1115-47-5)
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N-Acetyl-DL-methionine is a compound that functions as a precursor in the biosynthesis of S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), a key methyl donor in various biochemical reactions. It plays a role in the methylation of DNA, RNA, proteins, and lipids, contributing to the regulation of gene expression and protein function. N-Acetyl-DL-methionine is involved in the transsulfuration pathway, where it participates in the synthesis of glutathione, an important antioxidant in cells. At the molecular level, N-Acetyl-DL-methionine acts as a methyl donor, transferring its methyl group to various substrates through the action of methyltransferase enzymes. N-Acetyl-Dl-Methionine′s mechanism of action involves the transfer of its acetyl group to the amino acid methionine, leading to the formation of SAMe, which is then utilized in various methylation reactions within the cell.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
N-Acetyl-DL-methionine, 250 g | sc-228658 | 250 g | $36.00 |