Selenium metal(CAT: R071254) is a chemical element with the symbol Se and atomic number 34. Its mode of action involves being a nonmetal element that exists in several allotropic forms. Pharmacologically, selenium metal is not used as a therapeutic drug on its own. However, it is an essential trace element for human health, playing a crucial role as a cofactor for certain enzymes and antioxidant defense systems. Selenium is incorporated into selenoproteins, which are involved in various biological processes, including thyroid hormone metabolism and the protection against oxidative stress.
| Catalog Number | R071254 |
| CAS Number | 7782-49-2 |
| Synonyms | Se, Selenium |
| Molecular Formula | Se |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Storage | RT |
| IUPAC Name | selenium |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Se |
| InChIKey | BUGBHKTXTAQXES-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | [Se] |
