Description

Leukotriene D4 Hydrolase is a specialized enzyme critical for the metabolism of leukotrienes, key inflammatory mediators. This compound is essential for biochemical research focused on understanding and modulating inflammatory pathways, particularly in respiratory and allergic conditions. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic researchers, and diagnostic manufacturers developing novel therapeutics and assays.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key reagent in enzymatic studies to investigate the leukotriene metabolic pathway and its role in inflammation.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a target or tool compound in the discovery and screening of new anti-inflammatory and anti-asthma drugs.
• Diagnostic Assay Production: Employed in the development and calibration of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) and other kits for measuring leukotriene levels.
• Academic Studies: Facilitates fundamental research in immunology, pulmonology, and pharmacology within university and institutional laboratories.
• Enzyme Characterization: Used to study enzyme kinetics, inhibition mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	Leukotriene D4 Hydrolase
CAS No.	84788-79-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	LTD4 Hydrolase; Leukotriene-D4 Hydrolase; γ-Glutamyl Leukotriene Hydrolase; Leukotriene D4-Dipeptidase; EC 3.4.19.-; Glutamyl Leukotriene Hydrolase; GGT-LT Hydrolase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Leukotriene D4 Hydrolase is produced and tested under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and consistent enzymatic activity. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity, and stability data. We adhere to relevant quality management standards to support research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain activity. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Specific Activity	≥ XX units/mg protein
Protein Content (Bradford)	≥ XX %
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in specified buffer
Endotoxin Level (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/mg

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