Sodium pyruvate
Agent Name
Sodium pyruvate
CAS Number
113-24-6
Formula
C3-H4-O3.Na
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Natrum pyruvicum; Pyruvic acid, sodium salt; Propanoic acid, 2-oxo-, sodium salt; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Other Biomolecules
Description
White to pale yellow powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Intermediate in carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism; [ChemIDplus] Can be added to cell and tissue cultures as an energy source and antioxidant; [REPROTOX]
Comments
May cause irritation; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
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