D-Tyrosine is synthesized from phenylalanine. It is also the precursor of epinephrine, thyroid hormones, and melanin.
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Applications
D-Tyrosine is synthesized from phenylalanine. It is also the precursor of epinephrine, thyroid hormones, and melanin.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Store away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Victor J. Hruby.; Donald A. Upson.; Diane M. Yamamoto.; Clark W. Smith.; Roderich Walter. Active site studies of neurohypophyseal hormones. Comparison of oxytocin and arginine vasopressin analogs containing 2-D-tyrosine. J. Am. Chem. Soc. 1979, 101, (10), 2717-2721.
- Richard Calendar.; Paul Berg. d-Tyrosyl RNA: Formation, hydrolysis and utilization for protein synthesis. Journal of Molecular Biology. 1967, 26, (1), 39-54.