L-Cysteine (Standard)
L-Cysteine (Standard) is the analytical standard of L-Cysteine. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. L-Cysteine is a conditionally essential amino acid, which acts as a precursor for biologically active molecules such as hydrogen sulphide (H2S), glutathione and taurine. L-Cysteine suppresses ghrelin and reduces appetite in rodents and humans[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[52-90-4]
Product Name Alternative
Cysteine (Standard)
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Endogenous Metabolite; Reference Standards
Type
Reference Standards
Related Pathways
Metabolic Enzyme/Protease; Others
Applications
Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism
Field of Research
Metabolic Disease; Cancer
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/l-cysteine-standard.html
Purity
99.89
Smiles
N[C@@H](CS)C(O)=O
Molecular Formula
C3H7NO2S
Molecular Weight
121.16
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
[1]McGavigan AK, et al. L-cysteine suppresses ghrelin and reduces appetite in rodents and humans. Int J Obes (Lond) . 2015 Mar;39 (3) :447-55.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
4°C, sealed storage, away from light and moisture
Scientific Category
Reference Standards
Available Sizes
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