γ-Linolenic Acid methyl ester
Methyl gamma-linolenate acts as a weak antagonist of the leukotriene B4 (LTB4) receptor. This compound is utilized in biochemical research to study inflammatory pathways and has been applied in both in vitro and in vivo experimental models of inflammation.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
16326-32-2
Product Name Alternative
R-Linolenic Acid methyl ester, γ Linolenic Acid methyl ester, γ-Linolenic Acid methyl ester, γLinolenic Acid methyl ester, LTB4, Methyl gamma-linolenate, gamma-Linolenic Acid methyl ester
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Immunology & Inflammation, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
98.00% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
Dimethyl formamide:100 mg/mL (341.93 mM) ; DMSO:100 mg/mL (341.93 mM)
Smiles
CCCCC\C=C/C\C=C/C\C=C/CCCCC (=O) OC
Molecular Formula
C19H32O2
Molecular Weight
292.46
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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