5-Aminolevulinic acid
5-Aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) is a biochemical precursor in heme biosynthesis. As a prodrug, it is metabolized to protoporphyrin IX, a photosensitizer used in photodynamic therapy research for actinic keratosis and in studies targeting various cancer cells in vitro and in vivo.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
106-60-5
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Smiles
NCC (=O) CCC (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C5H9NO3
Molecular Weight
131.13
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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