Lutein

Cat. No.: IBDI-431400

Lutein (Xanthophyll) is a carotenoid with reported anti-inflammatory properties. A large body of evidence shows that lutein has several beneficial effects, especially on eye health. Lutein exerts its biological activities, including anti-inflammation, anti-oxidase and anti-apoptosis, through effects on reactive oxygen species (ROS). Lutein is able to arrive in the brain and shows antidepressant-like and neuroprotective effects. Lutein is orally active.

Product Details

Target	Endogenous Metabolite | Apoptosis | Reactive Oxygen Species
Molecular Weight	568.87
Appearance	Solid
Synonyms	Xanthophyll
SMILES	CC(/C=C/[[email protected]@H](C(C)=C[[email protected]](O)C1)C1(C)C)=C\C=C\C(C)=C\C=C\C=C(C)\C=C\C=C(C)\C=C\C(C(C)(C[[email protected]](O)C2)C)=C2C

Storage & Handling

Shipping	Room temperature in continental US. May vary elsewhere.
Storage	4°C *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month
Handling	Stored under nitrogen
Regulatory Status	This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use.