Pyruvic-1-13C is isotopic labeled precursor of pyruvic acid.
Synonyms: alpha-Ketopropionic acid-1-13C; 2-Oxopropionic acid-1-13C; 13C Labeled pyruvic acid; Pyruvic acid-1-13C
Molecular Formula: 13CC2H4O3
Molecular Weight: 89.05
Linear Structural Formula: CH3CO13CO2H
MDL Number: MFCD10566986
Purity: >=95% (CP)
Melting Point: 11-12 C
Storage: -20C
Application: Hyperpolarized 13C-labeled pyruvate and its metabolite lactate has been used to image real time metabolic flux in solid tumors and assess tumor response to chemotherapy, radiation, and agents targeting mTOR.