Cholesterol is an essential lipid with an important structural role in building and maintaining cell membranes, modulating fluidity and permeability. Cholesterol is formed from lanosterol and is converted to bile in the liver. Abnormally high blood cholesterol levels are associated with cardiovascular disease.
Powered by Bioz| Categories | Lipids |
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| Filter | Cholesterol |
| CAS Number | 57-88-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C27H46O |
| Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 386.65 |
| Purity | >95% |
| Storage | 4 °C or below |
