Epicoprostanol
Epicoprostanol is a sterol compound identified in adipocere, a waxy substance from decomposing tissues. It serves as a biomarker in forensic science for post-mortem analysis and in biochemical research on sterol metabolism. In vitro studies utilize it to model lipid degradation pathways relevant to forensic and archaeological investigations.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
516-92-7
Smiles
C[C@@]12[C@] ([C@]3 ([C@@] ([C@]4 (C) [C@] (CC3) (C[C@H] (O) CC4) [H]) (CC1) [H]) [H]) (CC[C@@]2 ([C@@H] (CCCC (C) C) C) [H]) [H]
Molecular Formula
C27H48O
Molecular Weight
388.67
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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