5,6-Dihydroxyindole (Standard)
5,6-Dihydroxyindole (Standard) is the analytical standard of 5,6-Dihydroxyindole. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. 5,6-Dihydroxyindole, a melanin precursor, has a broad-spectrum antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic activity. 5,6-Dihydroxyindole has cytotoxic effects and is strongly toxic against various pathogens[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
3131-52-0
UNSPSC
12352005
Target
Bacterial; Endogenous Metabolite; Fungal; Parasite; Reference Standards
Type
Reference Standards
Related Pathways
Anti-infection; Metabolic Enzyme/Protease; Others
Field of Research
Infection; Inflammation/Immunology
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/5-6-dihydroxyindole-standard.html
Smiles
OC1=CC2=C(C=C1O)C=CN2
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO2
Molecular Weight
149.15
References & Citations
[1]Zhao P, et al. Antiviral, anti-parasitic, and cytotoxic effects of 5,6-dihydroxyindole (DHI), a reactive compound generated by phenoloxidase during insect immune response. Insect Biochem Mol Biol. 2011 Sep;41 (9) :645-52.|[2]Heiduschka P, et al. Melanin precursor 5,6-dihydroxyindol: protective effects and cytotoxicity on retinal cells in vitroand in vivo. Toxicol Pathol. 2007 Dec;35 (7) :1030-8.
Shipping Conditions
Room temperature
Scientific Category
Reference Standards
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