N-Boc-erythro-sphingosine-13C2,D2

N-Boc-erythro-sphingosine-13C2,D2 is a chemically modified sphingosine molecule, enhanced with isotopic labeling (carbon-13 and deuterium) and protected by a Boc (tert-butoxycarbonyl) group. This synthetic variant of sphingosine is specifically designed for use in research, particularly in the areas involving the study of lipid metabolism and molecular interactions within cellular membranes. The isotopic labeling of carbon and hydrogen atoms makes this compound an invaluable tool in mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, allowing for precise tracking and analysis of its incorporation and movement within biological systems. Such isotopic enhancements facilitate the detailed study of sphingosine′s role in the formation of lipid microdomains, its dynamics within the lipid bilayer, and its participation in signal transduction pathways. By using N-Boc-erythro-sphingosine-13C2,D2, researchers can observe the behavior of sphingolipids in a near-native environment while minimizing the interference caused by metabolic conversion, as the isotopic labels provide distinct signatures that are easily distinguishable from naturally occurring molecules. This makes it particularly useful in experiments designed to trace the detailed pathways of lipid metabolism and to explore the mechanics of lipid-lipid and lipid-protein interactions without altering the biological context of the investigations.