Levonorgestrel
Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestin used in hormonal contraceptives and intrauterine devices. Its primary mechanism of action involves the inhibition of fertilization. This compound is widely utilized in reproductive biology research, including in vitro studies on progesterone receptor binding and in vivo models of endometrial physiology.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
797-63-7
Product Name Alternative
Progesterone Receptor, progestogen Receptor, ProgesteroneReceptor, progestogenReceptor, SRD5A1, Estrogen Receptor, EstrogenReceptor, ER, Levonorgestrel, Inhibitor, inhibit, NR3C3, D-Norgestrel
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery, Protein Biochemistry
Purity
99.42% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+90% Saline:1.5 mg/mL (4.8 mM) ; DMSO:16.67 mg/mL (53.35 mM)
Smiles
C (C) [C@@]12[C@] ([C@]3 ([C@] (CC1) ([C@@]4 (C (CC3) =CC (=O) CC4) [H]) [H]) [H]) (CC[C@]2 (C#C) O) [H]
Molecular Formula
C21H28O2
Molecular Weight
312.45
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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