Procysteine

SKU: orb1221023

Description

Procysteine is a precursor to glutathione (GSH) which is an important antioxidant in plants animals and fungi.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 19771-63-2
• MW: 147.15
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₄H₅NO₃S
• SMILES: OC(=O)[C@@H]1CSC(=O)N1
• Target: Antioxidant
• Solubility: DMSO:10 mM

Bioactivity

• In Vivo:
  Oxothiazolidinecarboxylic acid treatment attenuates plantaris atrophy, restored glutathione levels, and increased catalase, Cu/Zn-SOD1, and Mn-SOD2 mRNA expression, but did not reduce other markers of oxidant stress or levels of these catabolic factors. Animal model: Male Sprague-Dawley rats (200-250 g, n = 6-7 rats/group). Dosage: 0.35% (w/v). Administration: Added to their diets at a concentration of 0.35% (w/v) for the final 12 wk. Result: Increased fiber CSAs compared to the non-supplemented, alcohol-fed group.
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Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Oxothiazolidine carboxylate

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Gene Symbol

Antioxidant