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L-Arginine
Description
Precursor of nitric oxide synthesis that induces vasodilation in vivo. Nitric oxide potentiates insulin-mediated glucose uptake through the increase in blood flow.
Specifications
Cas No. 74-79-3
Product ID A6825
Product Name L-Arginine
Synonym Arginine; Arg; R; 2-amino-5-guanidinovaleric acid; (S)-2-amino-5-[(aminoiminomethyl)-amino]pentanoic acid
Formula Wt. 174.2
Melting Point 244oC (dec)
Purity ≥98%
Solubility Soluble in water (50mg/mL). Sparingly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in ether.
Stability Aqueous solutions absorb CO2.
Store Temp +4oC
References Dallinger S, Sieder A, Strametz J et al. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 284:E1106-11 (2003). Paolisso G, Tagliamonte MR, Marfella R et al. Metabolism 46:1068-73 (1997).
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