| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
L-Homocysteine, nitrite (ester) (9CI) | [CAS]
139427-42-2 | [Synonyms]
S-nitrosohomocysteine
L-Homocysteine, nitrite (ester) (9CI) | [Molecular Formula]
C4H8N2O3S | [MDL Number]
MFCD00921385 | [MOL File]
139427-42-2.mol |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Description]
S-Nitrosohomocysteine is a DDAH Inhibitor. | [Uses]
S-Nitrosohomocysteine is a compound generated by the reaction of homocysteine and nitrous acid. It has the activity of quantitative formation under different pH conditions and its stability is affected by transition metal ions. Its formation involves more powerful nitrosating agents. | [References]
[1] Modulation of homocysteine toxicity by S-nitrosothiol formation: a mechanistic approach |
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