Mead acid-d₆  (Synonyms: 5,8,11-Eicosatrienoic acid-d₆)

Mead acid-d₆ is the deuterium labeled Mead acid. Mead acid (5,8,11-Eicosatrienoic acid), an unsaturated (Omega-9) fatty acid, is an indicator of essential fatty acid deficiency[1].

Stable heavy isotopes of hydrogen, carbon, and other elements have been incorporated into drug molecules, largely as tracers for quantitation during the drug development process. Deuteration has gained attention because of its potential to affect the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profiles of drugs^[1].

MCE has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

312.52

C₂₀H₂₈D₆O₂

2692624-12-5

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis.

• [1]. Russak EM, et al. Impact of Deuterium Substitution on the Pharmacokinetics of Pharmaceuticals. Ann Pharmacother. 2019;53(2):211-216.  [Content Brief]

  [2]. J B Lefkowith, et al. Essential fatty acid deficiency: a new look at an old problem. Prostaglandins Leukot Med. 1986 Aug;23(2-3):123-7.  [Content Brief]