CAS No. 506-32-1
| CAS Number | 506-32-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular Formula |
C20H32O2 |
|
| Molecular Weight (MW) | 304.47 |
Arachidonic acid is an essential polyunsaturated fatty acid and a key structural constituent of cellular membranes. As a central lipid mediator, it serves as the primary precursor in the biosynthesis of eicosanoids, including prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes via the cyclooxygenase (COX) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways. These downstream bioactive metabolites regulate diverse physiological processes, such as inflammatory signaling, vascular tone, platelet aggregation, and cellular responses to tissue injury. [1][2]
| Solvent | Solubility & Note |
|---|---|
| DMSO |
61 mg/mL
(200.34 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.) |
| Ethanol | 61 mg/mL |
| Water | Insoluble |
| DMSO |
61 mg/mL
(200.34 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.) |
| Ethanol | 61 mg/mL |
| Water | Insoluble |
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- Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
- For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
- Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
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