N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric Acid-13CD3 15N

N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric Acid-13CD3 15N (NMABA) is a chemical compound that is used for research purposes. It is a stable isotopically labeled form of N-Nitroso-N-methyl-4-aminobutyric Acid (NMBA), which is a potent carcinogen found in several food products, including cured meats and fish. NMBA is formed when nitrites, which are commonly used as preservatives in processed meats, react with amino acids, including the amino acid 4-aminobutyric acid (GABA). NMBA has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals, and there is evidence to suggest that it may also be a human carcinogen. Researchers use NMABA-13CD3 15N to study the mechanisms by which NMBA causes cancer. By labeling the compound with isotopes of carbon and nitrogen, researchers can track its movement in cells and tissues, and gain a better understanding of how it interacts with DNA and other molecules in the body. While NMABA-13CD3 15N is not intended for human consumption, its use in research may ultimately lead to a better understanding of how to reduce the risk of cancer associated with the consumption of nitrite-containing foods.