Aldosterone, CAS 52-39-1

Formulation: A crystalline solid

Formal Name: 11β,21-dihydroxy-3,20-dioxo-pregn-4-en-18-al

Purity: ≥98%

Formula Markup: C21H28O5

Formula Weight: 360,4

Shelf life (days): 1460

CAS Number: 52-39-1

Notes: Aldosterone is a steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex and is the principle mineralocorticoid controlling sodium and potassium balance.{7629,7630} Its primary role is to promote unidirectional salt reabsorption in epithelial tissues. Aldosterone is synthesized from cholesterol in the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex and its secretion is regulated via the renin-angiotensin system.{7628}

• SKU: CAY15273-500
• Manufacturer: Cayman Chemical
• Manufacturer SKU: 15273-500
• Green Labware: No
• Package Unit: 500 µg
• Quantity Unit: STK