Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 7-Ketolithocholic acid (CAS: 4651-67-6)?
Answer
7-Ketolithocholic acid (CAS: 4651-67-6) is primarily used in pharmaceutical research for its potential therapeutic applications, including bile acid sequestrants and lipid-lowering agents. It is also utilized in biochemical studies to understand hepatic function and metabolic pathways. Its use in food and industrial sectors is limited due to its specialized nature.
About
CAS No
4651-67-6
English Name
7-Ketolithocholic acid
Molecular Formula
C24H38O4
Molecular Weight
390.56 g/mol
SMILES
C[C@H](CCC(O)=O)[C@H]1CC[C@@]2([H])[C@]3([H])C(C[C@]4([H])C[C@H](O)CC[C@]4(C)[C@@]3([H])CC[C@]12C)=O
InChIKey
DXOCDBGWDZAYRQ-AURDAFMXSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
