Malondialdeyde is a biomarker of oxidative damage to lipids caused by smoking. Oxidized lipids are able to produce MDA as a decomposition product. While oxidation of polyunsaturated fatty acids is the major source of MDA in vivo, other minor sources exists such as byproducts of free radical generation by ionizing radiation and of the biosynthesis of prostaglandins.
Molecular Formula: C3H3KO2
Molecular Weight: 110.15
Linear Structural Formula: C3H3KO2
Purity: >=95% (HPLC)
Storage: 2-8C
Application: Metabolomics research