beta-Carotene (Standard) is the analytical standard of beta-Carotene. This product is intended for research and analytical applications. beta-Carotene (Provitamin A), a carotenoid compound, is a naturally-occurring vitamin A precursor. beta-Carotene is a modulator of reactive oxygen species (ROS), with antioxidant and antiinflammatory activities. beta-Carotene may serve as an antioxidant or as a prooxidant, depending on its intrinsic properties as well as on the redox potential of the biological environment in which it acts. beta-Carotene induces breast cancer cells apoptosis, with anticancer activities[1][2][3][4][5].
Molecular Weight:
536.87
Purity:
97.28
CAS Number:
[7235-40-7]
Formula:
C40H56
Target:
Apoptosis,Endogenous Metabolite,Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS),Reference Standards
Application Notes:
MCE Product type: Reference Standards
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