16:0(2S-OH) CERAMIDE

Not available outside of the UK & Ireland.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Hydroxy fatty acid (hFA)-sphingolipids are implicated in cell signaling. They also facilitate cell differentiation and apoptosis. hFA-ceramides in epidermis help in permeability barrier function. hFA-ceramides are synthesized by fatty acid 2-hydroxylase (FA2H). Mutations of FA2H leads to the development of neurological disorders including leukodystrophy and spastic paraparesis in humans. hFA-ceramides in the cell membrane are essential for PM02734 drug to exhibit its anti-tumor activity.

General description

Ceramides with 2-hydroxy fatty acids (hFA) group are present in the epidermis. 16:0(2S-OH) Ceramide is a unique ceramide containing 16C long chain base fatty acid (palmitic acid)-with 2′-hydroxyl group in S configuration.

Packaging

5 mL Amber Glass Screw Cap Vial (860816P-5mg)