Kynurenine (L)

SKU: orb1302443

Description

L-Kynurenine is an endogenous tryptophan metabolite that acts as an agonist of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR). This small molecule is used in research to study immunomodulation, such as T-cell suppression, and cancer biology, including glioma cell invasion in vitro.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 2922-83-0
• MW: 208.22
• Purity: >98%
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₂N₂O₃
• SMILES: N[C@@H](CC(=O)c1ccccc1N)C(O)=O
• Target: Tryptophan
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (up to 2 mg/ml) or in Water (up to 2 mg/ml).

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

β-Anthraniloyl-L-alanine

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Gene Symbol

Tryptophan