| Bioactivity | 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol is a derivitized steroid compound. |
| Invitro | 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol is derived from cholesterol by the action of intestinal microorganisms. It is known to induce the formation of gall stones in rabbits in the presence of sodium ions. 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol is used as a standard in lipid analysis using HPLC. |
| Name | 5α-Cholestan-3β-ol |
| CAS | 80-97-7 |
| Formula | C27H48O |
| Molar Mass | 388.67 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |