L-Arginine is one of the three amino acids with basic side chains, and is very hydrophilic in character.
- Contains a guanidino group in the side chain
- Biosynthesized in the kidneys
- Hydrolyzed to urea and ornithine by arginase
- Can be metabolized to glutamate
L-Arginine plays an important role in cell division, the healing of wounds, removing ammonia from the body, immune function, and the release of hormones. It is used as a precursor for the synthesis of nitric oxide (NO),reduces healing time of injuries (particularly bone), quickens repair time of damaged tissue and decreases blood pressure. Substrate of nitric oxide synthase, which is converted to citrulline and nitric oxide (NO). Induces insulin release by a nitric oxide-dependent mechanism.
Purity: ≥99%
Key Applications: Precursor, Antihypertensive
Application Areas: Cell Biology & Analysis
Research Areas: Cell Biology
Product Type: Biochemicals
Biochemical Category: Amino Acids & Peptides
Chemical Class: Amino Acids & Peptides
Melting Point: 222-225 °C(Lit.)
Optical Rotation: (c=1.6, 6N HCl) +26.3° to +27.7°
Presentation: White Powder
Format: Free Base Crystalline
Moisture content: ≤0.3%
Solubility: Soluble in water (50 mg/mL)
Storage & Handling: Room Temperature