Coprostanol

Overview

Coprostanol (5β-Cholestan-3β-ol) is a fecal sterol formed by microbial reduction of cholesterol in the intestines of man and higher animals . Coprostanol can be used as an indicator sterol of fecal pollution. Coprostanol has been recognized as a good indicator of pollution of water resources by sewage discharges. Coprostanol can serve as a potential biological indicator for cerebral chondrodystrophy (CTX).

Application

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Product Information

• Catalog No.: HY-118103
• CAS No.: 360-68-9
• Molecular Formula: C27H48O
• Molecular Weight: 388.67
• Purity: 99.1%
• Storage: Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month
• Availability: In-stock

Source

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