Endogenous agonist for the nuclear receptor LXR. Important metabolite of cholesterol in the brain. Displays neurotoxic effects on human neuroblastoma cells. Cerebrospinal fluid concentrations of 24(S)-hydroxycholesterol are increased in patients with Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment.
Product Details
| Formula: | C27H46O2 |
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| MW: | 402.7 |
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| CAS: | 474-73-7 |
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| Purity: | ≥98% (TLC) |
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| Appearance: | White solid. |
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| MeltingPoint: | 177-180°C |
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| Solubility: | Soluble in ethanol (10mg/ml) or DMSO (10mg/ml - requires warming to ~40°C). |
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| Shipping: | Ambient |
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| Long Term Storage: | -20°C |
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| Use/Stability: | Store solutions at -20°C for up to 3 months. |
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| Regulatory Status: | RUO - Research Use Only |
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