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5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride  (Synonyms: 5-ALA hydrochloride; δ-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride; 5-Amino-4-oxopentanoic acid hydrochloride)

Cat. No.: HY-N0305 Purity: ≥98.0%
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5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride (5-ALA hydrochloride) is an intermediate in heme biosynthesis in the body and the universal precursor of tetrapyrroles.

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5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride Chemical Structure

5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 5451-09-2

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Description

5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride (5-ALA hydrochloride) is an intermediate in heme biosynthesis in the body and the universal precursor of tetrapyrroles.

IC50 & Target

Human Endogenous Metabolite

 

In Vitro

5-Aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride (ALA) is a non-fluorescent prodrug that leads to intracellular accumulation of fluorescent porphyrins in malignant gliomas-a finding that is under investigation for intraoperative identification and resection of these tumours. Median follow-up was 35.4 months (95% CI 1.0-56.7). Contrast-enhancing tumour was resected completely in 90 (65%) of 139 patients assigned 5-aminolevulinic acid compared with 47 (36%) of 131 assigned white light (difference between groups 29% [95% CI 17-40], p<0.0001). Patients allocated 5-aminolevulinic acid had higher 6-month progression free survival than did those allocated white light (41.0% [32.8-49.2] vs 21.1% [14.0-28.2]; difference between groups 19.9% [9.1-30.7], p=0.0003, Z test) [1]. 5-ALA alone proved to be insufficient in attaining gross total resection without the danger of incurring postoperative neurological deterioration. Furthermore, in the case of functional grade III gliomas, iMRI in combination with functional neuronavigation was significantly superior to the 5-ALA resection technique[2] .

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Molecular Weight

167.59

Formula

C5H10ClNO3

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Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

SMILES

O=C(O)CCC(CN)=O.[H]Cl

Structure Classification
Initial Source
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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture

*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture)

Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (596.69 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

H2O : 16.67 mg/mL (99.47 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C)

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Stock Solutions
Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 5.9669 mL 29.8347 mL 59.6694 mL
5 mM 1.1934 mL 5.9669 mL 11.9339 mL
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* 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 (sealed storage, away from moisture). 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.

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Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (12.41 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
  • Protocol 2

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

    Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (12.41 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

    Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.

For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  PBS

    Solubility: 100 mg/mL (596.69 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic

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This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
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Purity & Documentation

Purity: ≥98.0%

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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* 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 (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
H2O / DMSO 1 mM 5.9669 mL 29.8347 mL 59.6694 mL 149.1736 mL
5 mM 1.1934 mL 5.9669 mL 11.9339 mL 29.8347 mL
10 mM 0.5967 mL 2.9835 mL 5.9669 mL 14.9174 mL
15 mM 0.3978 mL 1.9890 mL 3.9780 mL 9.9449 mL
20 mM 0.2983 mL 1.4917 mL 2.9835 mL 7.4587 mL
25 mM 0.2387 mL 1.1934 mL 2.3868 mL 5.9669 mL
30 mM 0.1989 mL 0.9945 mL 1.9890 mL 4.9725 mL
40 mM 0.1492 mL 0.7459 mL 1.4917 mL 3.7293 mL
50 mM 0.1193 mL 0.5967 mL 1.1934 mL 2.9835 mL
60 mM 0.0994 mL 0.4972 mL 0.9945 mL 2.4862 mL
80 mM 0.0746 mL 0.3729 mL 0.7459 mL 1.8647 mL
DMSO 100 mM 0.0597 mL 0.2983 mL 0.5967 mL 1.4917 mL

* 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.

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