Top quality Selenocysteine raw 3-Selenyl-2-aminopropanoic acid powder
Product Name |
Top quality Selenocysteine raw 3-Selenyl-2-aminopropanoic acid powder |
Appearance |
White powder |
Molecular formula |
C3h7no2se |
Molecular Weight |
424.32 |
Keywords |
raw 3-Selenyl-2-aminopropanoic acid powder,raw 3-Selenyl-2-aminopropanoic acid,Selenocysteine powder |
Shelf Life |
24 months when properly stored |
Storage |
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location |
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What is Selenocysteine?
Selenocysteine (Sec) is an amino acid with the chemical formula C3H7NO2Se. It is found in a few enzymes, such as glutathione peroxidase, thyroxine 5' -deiodinase, thioredoxin reductase, formate dehydrogenase, glycine reductase and some hydrogenases. Selenocysteine is similar in structure to cysteine except that the sulfur atom is replaced by . Proteins containing selenocysteine residues are called selenoproteins.. |
Function of Selenocysteine
Selenocysteine (Sec, U) contains selenol groups that are more easily oxidized, so it has antioxidant activity in protein molecules..
Application of Selenocysteine
Selenocysteine (Sec, U) contains selenol groups that are more easily oxidized, so it has antioxidant activity in protein molecules....