Description

20-Hydroxy Prostaglandin F2Alpha is a bioactive metabolite of Prostaglandin F2α, playing a significant role in various physiological and pathological processes. This compound is crucial for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector due to its involvement in cellular signaling pathways related to inflammation, reproduction, and vascular function. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and diagnostic developers for advanced biochemical studies and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a critical reference standard and active metabolite in the study of prostaglandin pathways, drug discovery, and mechanism-of-action research.
• Biochemical Assays: Serves as a key analyte in enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA), radioimmunoassays (RIA), and other analytical methods to quantify prostaglandin activity.
• Academic & Clinical Studies: Employed in university and hospital laboratories to investigate its role in reproductive biology, ocular function (e.g., intraocular pressure), and inflammatory responses.
• Diagnostic Manufacturing: Incorporated as a calibration standard in the production of diagnostic kits for measuring prostaglandin levels in biological samples.
• Metabolite Profiling: Essential for metabolic studies and pharmacokinetic research related to Prostaglandin F2α therapeutics.

Basic Information

Product Name	20-Hydroxy Prostaglandin F2Alpha
CAS No.	57930-92-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₄O₆
Molecular Weight	370.48 g/mol
Synonyms	20-Hydroxy PGF2α; 20-Hydroxy Prostaglandin F2α; 20-OH-PGF2α; 9α,11α,15-Trihydroxy-20-hydroxy-5-cis-13-trans-prostadienoic Acid; 20-Hydroxy-9α,11α,15-trihydroxy-5-cis,13-trans-prostadienoic Acid; PGF2α-20-ol; 20-Hydroxy Dinoprost
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Quality Control

Our 20-Hydroxy Prostaglandin F2Alpha is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation. The product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.