Ophthalmic Acid, CAS 495-27-2

Formulation: A solution in ethanol

Formal Name: L-γ-glutamyl-(2S)-2-aminobutanoyl-glycine

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C11H19N3O6

Formula Weight: 289,3

Shelf life (days): 730

CAS Number: 495-27-2

Notes: Ophthalmic acid is a glutathione (GSH) analog and biomarker of hepatic glutathione depletion.{68062} It is formed via the GSH synthesis pathway, substituting 2-aminobutyrate for cysteine. Plasma and hepatic levels of ophthalmic acid are increased in fasted mice and in a mouse model of acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity.{68062,68063}

• SKU: CAY35343-5
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 35343-5
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 5 mg
• Quantity Unit: STK
• Application: Reinstoffe