Desmosterol (24-dehydro cholesterol) is a sterol lipid with a backbone similar to cholesterol. It is the precursor to cholesterol in the Bloch biosynthesis pathway. It is known to be a regulator of lipid metabolism. Desmosterol can be used in the study of cellular membranes and lipid metabolism.
| CAS Number | 313-04-2 |
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| Store At Temperature | -20°C |
| Shipping Condition | Dry ice |