Neu5ac Sialic Acid

Synonyms: Sialic acid (SA)
Product Number: 30404
CAS Number: 131-48-6
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₉NO₉

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Product Name:	acetylneuraminic acid
Synonyms	Sialic acid (SA)
Product Number:	30404
CAS Number:	131-48-6
Molecular Formula:	C₁₁H₁₉NO₉
Molecular Weight:	309.27
Form:	Powder
Source:	Fermentation (from corn)
Storage Conditions:	Preserve in airtight containers, protected from light and store at cool and dry place.
Description:	N-acetylneuraminic acid, also known as Sialic acid (SA), it is a general term for a class of acidic amino sugars with 9 carbon atoms and structure of pyranose, which are widely distributed in nature

Neu5Ac (N-acetylneuraminic acid), also known as sialic acid (neu5ac sialic acid), is a type of sugar molecule that is commonly found on the surface of cells in many organisms, including humans. It is a nine-carbon acidic sugar that is often attached to the end of glycoproteins and glycolipids, which are molecules found on cell surfaces.

Neu5ac sialic acid plays important roles in a variety of biological processes, including cell signaling, immune recognition, and pathogen binding. It is also involved in the regulation of cellular interactions, such as cell adhesion and migration.

Some bacteria and viruses are able to utilize Neu5Ac as a nutrient source or as a means of evading the immune system by mimicking host cells. As such, it is an important target for researchers developing vaccines and other treatments for infectious diseases.

N-acetylneuraminic acid is an important molecule for human health, with functions ranging from immune system regulation to brain function. Its roles in various biological processes make it a potential target for therapeutic interventions in a range of diseases.

Protects against pathogens: N-acetylneuraminic acid is present on the surface of many pathogens, including bacteria and viruses. It can act as a receptor for these pathogens, allowing them to enter cells and cause infections. However, the body also produces antibodies that recognize and bind to N-acetylneuraminic acid on the surface of pathogens, helping to neutralize them and prevent infection.

Supports brain function: N-acetylneuraminic acid is present in high levels in the brain, where it plays a role in regulating neurotransmitter activity and supporting neuronal function. Some studies have suggested that it may also have neuroprotective effects and could potentially be used to treat neurological disorders.