L-Tryptophan-d₃  (Synonyms: Tryptophan-d₃; Tryptophane-d₃)

L-Tryptophan-d₃ is the deuterium labeled L-Tryptophan. L-Tryptophan (Tryptophan) is an essential amino acid that is the precursor of serotonin, melatonin, and vitamin B3[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].

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207.24

C₁₁H₉D₃N₂O₂

133519-78-5

73-22-3

Solid

White to light brown

OC([C@](N)([2H])C([2H])([2H])C1=CNC2=CC=CC=C12)=O

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.

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

  [2]. Slominski A, et al. Conversion of L-tryptophan to serotonin and melatonin in human melanoma cells. FEBS Lett. 2002 Jan 30;511(1-3):102-6.  [Content Brief]