Luteolin

• CAT Number: I003729
• CAS Number: 491-70-3
• Molecular Formula: C15H10O6
• Molecular Weight: 286.2
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-5,7-dihydroxychromen-4-one
• Target: Apoptosis
• Solubility: DMSO: 35 mg/mL
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H10O6/c16-8-4-11(19)15-12(20)6-13(21-14(15)5-8)7-1-2-9(17)10(18)3-7/h1-6,16-19H
• InChIKey: IQPNAANSBPBGFQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=C(C=C1C2=CC(=O)C3=C(C=C(C=C3O2)O)O)O)O

Luteolin (CAT: I003729) is a flavonoid compound widely found in various plants, including fruits, vegetables, and medicinal herbs. It exhibits multiple pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, and neuroprotective properties. Luteolin exerts its effects through various mechanisms, such as inhibition of inflammatory mediators, modulation of cellular signaling pathways, and induction of apoptosis in cancer cells. It has been studied for its potential therapeutic applications in various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and inflammatory conditions.

Reference

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