17α-Hydroxyprogesterone
17α-Hydroxyprogesterone (17-OHP) is a key steroid hormone intermediate in glucocorticoid synthesis and a physiological progestin. It acts by binding to and activating cytoplasmic progesterone receptors, modulating gene expression. This compound is widely used in research on steroidogenesis, reproductive endocrinology, and hormone receptor signaling in both in vitro and in vivo models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
68-96-2
Product Name Alternative
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
99.61% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:40.08 mg/mL (121.29 mM) ; Ethanol:61 mg/mL (184.59 mM)
Smiles
C[C@@]12[C@] ([C@]3 ([C@@] ([C@]4 (C) C (CC3) =CC (=O) CC4) (CC1) [H]) [H]) (CC[C@@]2 (C (C) =O) O) [H]
Molecular Formula
C21H30O3
Molecular Weight
330.46
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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