CAS No. 127-17-3
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Pyruvic acid
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| CAS Number | 127-17-3 | |
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| Molecular Formula |
C3H4O3 |
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| Molecular Weight (MW) | 88.06 | |
| SMILES | CC(=O)C(O)=O |
Pyruvic acid is a key organic metabolic intermediate in cellular respiration and energy pathways that plays a critical role in cardiomyocyte energy metabolism and cardiac pathophysiology. It participates in modulating central metabolic enzymes, cellular redox balance, and energy homeostasis. In cardiac tissues and models, pyruvate metabolism influences energy production, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) generation, and cellular function under various physiological and pathophysiological conditions. [1]
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Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
- Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
- 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).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.