D-Tryptophan D5

D-Tryptophan D5, also known as deuterated tryptophan, is an isotopically labeled form of the essential amino acid tryptophan. It is commonly used in research studies to study protein-ligand interactions, protein-protein interactions, and metabolic pathways. The use of D-Tryptophan D5 allows for the identification and quantification of tryptophan-containing peptides and proteins, as well as the determination of the rate of protein synthesis and degradation. It can also be used as a tracer to study the metabolism of tryptophan in vivo. In terms of chemical information, D-Tryptophan D5 has a molecular formula of C11H9D5N2O2 and a molecular weight of 220.3 g/mol. It is a stable, non-toxic compound that can be synthesized through various methods, including enzymatic reactions and chemical synthesis. It is important to note that while D-Tryptophan D5 is similar to regular tryptophan in terms of its chemical properties and biological functions, it may have slightly different metabolic pathways and interactions due to the presence of deuterium atoms. Therefore, caution should be taken when interpreting results obtained using D-Tryptophan D5 as a tracer or label in experiments.