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Proteins and Peptides

Phytosphingosine

Product Sizes
5 mg
£138.00
SIH-524-5MG
25 mg
£395.00
SIH-524-25MG
About this Product
SKU:
SIH-524
Additional Names:
(2S,3R,4R)-Octadecane-1,2,3,4-tetraol
CAS Number:
554-62-1
CE/IVD:
Not for use in humans. Not for use in diagnostics or therapeutics. For in vitro research use only.
Extra Details:
Phytosphingosine is a naturally occurring sphingoid base found in yeast, plants, and animals, noted for its role in cellular stress responses. In neuroscience, it has garnered interest for its pro-apoptotic effects in cancer cells and potential modulation of neuronal survival pathways. Phytosphingosine activates the p38 MAPK signaling cascade, leading to cytochrome c release and caspase-3 activation-mechanisms relevant to programmed cell death and neurodegeneration. Its involvement in stress-induced signaling suggests potential applications in studying neuronal injury and neuroinflammation. While not yet a mainstream neurotherapeutic, its biochemical profile makes it a valuable tool in neurodegenerative disease models exploring apoptosis and stress responses.
Molecular Weight:
317.5
Purity:
>98%
Shipping Conditions:
Ambient
Source:
Isolated from Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Storage Conditions:
-20[o]C
Supplier:
StressMarq Biosciences
Type:
Proteins, Peptides, Small Molecules & Other Biomolecules: Small Molecules