L-SelenoMethionine

• CAT Number: I003144
• CAS Number: 3211-76-5
• Molecular Formula: C5H11NO2Se
• Molecular Weight: 196.11
• Purity: ≥95%
• Solubility: H2O: ＞ 11 mg/mL
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (2S)-2-amino-4-methylselanylbutanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H11NO2Se/c1-9-3-2-4(6)5(7)8/h4H,2-3,6H2,1H3,(H,7,8)/t4-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: RJFAYQIBOAGBLC-BYPYZUCNSA-N
• SMILES: C[Se]CCC(C(=O)O)N

L-SelenoMethionine（Cat No.:I003144）, the L-isomer of Selenomethionine, is the predominant form of selenium found in natural food sources. It has been recognized as a cancer chemopreventive agent, capable of reducing cancer incidence and promoting cancer cell apoptosis when included in the diet. Additionally, L-SelenoMethionine can enhance the expression of glutathione peroxidase, an important antioxidant enzyme that helps protect cells against oxidative damage.

Reference

[1]. Schrauzer GN, et al. Selenomethionine: a review of its nutritional significance, metabolism and toxicity. J Nutr. 2000 Jul;130(7):1653-1656.