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(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt (CAS 13613-65-5)

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Alternate Names:
(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt is also known as D-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid Monosodium Salt.
Application:
(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt is an optically active 3-hydroxybutyric acid and key intermediate in the biosynthesis and metabolism of fatty acids.
CAS Number:
13613-65-5
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
126.09
Molecular Formula:
C4H7O3•Na
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt is extensively used in metabolic research, particularly in studies related to ketosis and energy metabolism. This compound is for investigating the role of ketone bodies in physiological energy regulation, especially during periods of low carbohydrate intake or high energy demand. Research involving (R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt focuses on its utilization as a major energy substrate by the brain and muscles, highlighting its potential in understanding metabolic health and efficiency. Additionally, it is employed in studies examining the effects of ketone bodies on cellular signaling and gene expression related to metabolism and stress responses.


(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt (CAS 13613-65-5) References

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  2. Acetoacetate, acetone, and dibenzylamine (a contaminant in l-(+)-beta-hydroxybutyrate) exhibit direct anticonvulsant actions in vivo.  |  Rho, JM., et al. 2002. Epilepsia. 43: 358-61. PMID: 11952765
  3. Enhanced production of D-(-)-3-hydroxybutyric acid by recombinant Escherichia coli.  |  Gao, HJ., et al. 2002. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 213: 59-65. PMID: 12127489
  4. Production of D-(--)-3-hydroxyalkanoic acid by recombinant Escherichia coli.  |  Zhao, K., et al. 2003. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 218: 59-64. PMID: 12583898
  5. Enzymatic-HPLC method to analyze D-3-hydroxybutyric acid in rat serum.  |  Ide, T. 2010. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 74: 1578-82. PMID: 20699574
  6. HPLC determination of D-3-hydroxybutyric acid by derivatization with a benzofurazan reagent and fluorescent detection: application in the analysis of human plasma.  |  Cevasco, G., et al. 2014. Clin Chim Acta. 429: 90-5. PMID: 24315779
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  8. Prominent action of butyrate over β-hydroxybutyrate as histone deacetylase inhibitor, transcriptional modulator and anti-inflammatory molecule.  |  Chriett, S., et al. 2019. Sci Rep. 9: 742. PMID: 30679586
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(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt, 1 g

sc-229050
1 g
$133.00

(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt, 5 g

sc-229050A
5 g
$360.00

(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt, 10 g

sc-229050B
10 g
$625.00

(R)-(−)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt, 25 g

sc-229050C
25 g
$1200.00

I need to resuspend R-3-Hydroxybutyric acid sodium salt (0.1 M) and then perform serial dilutions (until 10-8). Therefore, I would like to know the preferred solvent for these conditions. Thank you.

Asked by: cm70631
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Date published: 2022-06-15

What are recommended storage conditions and what is the stability after solubilizing in water as directed on your website? 

Asked by: two2igm05
Thank you for your question. For catalogue number sc-229050, we highly recommend our customers to make fresh solution prior to their experiments for quality purposes. We recommend storing the desiccate powder at 4ºC. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Technical Service department by calling 800-457-3801 option 2, emailing scbt@scbt.com, or using the Live Chat function on our website.
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Date published: 2018-10-29
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from LiuLiu, Q. et al. (PubMed 17609944) observed production of (R)-(-)-3-Hydroxybutyric acid when genes of beta-ketothiolase, acetoacetyl CoA reductase, and thioesterase II, were jointly expressed in Escherichia coli. -SCBT Publication Review
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