3α,7α-Dihydroxycoprostanic Acid

• CAT Number: R034861
• CAS Number: 17974-66-2
• Molecular Formula: C₂₇H₄₆O₄
• Molecular Weight: 434.65
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (3α,5β,7α)-3,7-Dihydroxycholestan-26-oic Acid; 3α,7α-Dihydroxy-5β-cholestan-26-oic Acid; 3α,7α-Dihydroxy-5β-cholestanoic Acid; 3α,7α-Hydroxy-5β-cholestan-26-oic Acid
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (6R)-6-[(3R,5S,7R,8R,9S,10S,13R,14S,17R)-3,7-dihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]-2-methylheptanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C27H46O4/c1-16(6-5-7-17(2)25(30)31)20-8-9-21-24-22(11-13-27(20,21)4)26(3)12-10-19(28)14-18(26)15-23(24)29/h16-24,28-29H,5-15H2,1-4H3,(H,30,31)/t16-,17?,18+,19-,20-,21+,22+,23-,24+,26+,27-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: ITZYGDKGRKKBSN-HKFUITGCSA-N
• SMILES: CC(CCCC(C)C(=O)O)C1CCC2C1(CCC3C2C(CC4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)O)C

3α,7α-Dihydroxycoprostanic acid（Cat No.:R034861）is a bile acid derivative found in the intestines and liver, playing a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of dietary fats. This compound is involved in the metabolism of cholesterol, contributing to the emulsification of fats and the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Its presence indicates active bile acid metabolism and is essential for maintaining lipid homeostasis. Research into 3α,7α-Dihydroxycoprostanic acid helps understand metabolic disorders and liver function, making it significant in studies related to gastrointestinal health and metabolic diseases.