| Bioactivity | 7α-Hydroxycholesterol is a cholesterol oxide and is formed by both enzymatic and non-enzymatic oxidation. 7α-Hydroxycholesterol can be used as a biomarker for lipid peroxidation[1][2]. |
| Name | 7α-Hydroxycholesterol |
| CAS | 566-26-7 |
| Formula | C27H46O2 |
| Molar Mass | 402.65 |
| 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) |