Formulation: A solution in ethanol
Formal Name: (±)5,6-epoxy-8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatrienoic acid, methyl ester
Purity: ≥98%
Formula Markup: C21H34O3
Formula Weight: 334,5
Shelf life (days): 730
Notes: (±)5(6)-EET (Item No. 50211) is biosynthesized in rat and rabbit liver microsomes by CYP450.{463,729} In neuroendocrine cells, such as the anterior pituitary and pancreatic islet, (±)5(6)-EET has been implicated in the mobilization of Ca2+ and hormone secretion.{462,460} Since (±)5(6)-EET is highly unstable, (±)5(6)-EET methyl ester is used for bulk storage and small amounts converted to the free acid just before use.