[2124-57-4]    

Synonyms : 2-(3E,7E,11E,15E,19E, 23E, 27E-Heptamethyl-2,6,10,14,18,22,26-octacosaheptaenyl)-3-methyl-1,4-naphthalenedione, Vitamin K2-(MK-7)

Applications : Menaquinones are isoprenoid quinones of the naphthalene series and belongs to the K2 Vitamin homologs. Menaquinones were originally discovered as the anti-hemorrhagic factor and now encompasses a variety of physiological processes. Menaquinone 7 belongs to the class of K2-Vitamins homologs. Menaquinone 7 has been identified as the most bioactive cofactor for the carboxylation reaction of Gla-proteins such as osteocalcin and matrix-Gla protein, which plays a crucial role in building and maintaining overall bone health.

References : Hugenholtz. P. et al.: J. Bacteriol., 180, 4765, 1998; Ginet, N. et al.: Biochemistry, 40, 1812, 2001; Cape. J. et al.: J. Biol. Chem., 280, 34654, 2005.

Storage : Keep container tightly closed under nitrogen or argon and store at -20^oC for long-term shelf life.

Caution : In case of contact with skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.