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Hydrocortisone, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Cortisol, steroid hormone is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions is to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism.
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Cortisol, steroid hormone is released in response to stress and a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions is to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism.
Solubility
It is soluble in DMSO and ethanol.
Notes
Protect against light. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
213°C to 215°C
Odor
Odorless
Assay Percent Range
98%
Quantity
1 g
Beilstein
1354819
Merck Index
14,4787
Solubility Information
It is soluble in DMSO and ethanol.
SMILES
CC12CCC(=O)C=C1CCC3C2C(CC4(C3CCC4(C(=O)CO)O)C)O
IUPAC Name
(8S,9S,10R,11S,13S,14S,17R)-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13-dimethyl-2,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16-decahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
362.466
Hazard Category
H360Df-H373
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H361
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Precautionary Statement
P201-P202-P260-P281-P308+P313-P501c
EINECSNumber
200-020-1
RTECSNumber
GM8925000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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