Biochem/physiol Actions
24(S)-hydroxycholesterol is preferred over 24(R)-hydroxycholesterol by human 7α-hydroxylase. However, the porcine enzyme is active towards both isomers. 24-hydroxycholesterol (24-OH) favors sirtuin 1 expression and reduces the tau protein phosphorylation.
General description
24-hydroxycholesterol (24-OH) is an oxidized product of cholesterol. It is synthesized in the presence of enzyme 24S-hydroxylase (CYP46A1).
Packaging
5 mL Amber Glass Screw Cap Vial (700071P-1mg)
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