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Preferred Label : Alpha-Tocopherol;

NCIt synonyms : 3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol;

NCIt related terms : .ALPHA.-TOCOPHEROL; 2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol;

NCIt definition : The orally bioavailable alpha form of the naturally-occurring fat-soluble vitamin E, with potent antioxidant and cytoprotective activities. Upon administration, alpha-tocopherol neutralizes free radicals, thereby protecting tissues and organs from oxidative damage. Alpha-tocopherol gets incorporated into biological membranes, prevents protein oxidation and inhibits lipid peroxidation, thereby maintaining cell membrane integrity and protecting the cell against damage. In addition, alpha-tocopherol inhibits the activity of protein kinase C (PKC) and PKC-mediated pathways. Alpha-tocopherol also modulates the expression of various genes, plays a key role in neurological function, inhibits platelet aggregation and enhances vasodilation. Compared with other forms of tocopherol, alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active form and is the form that is preferentially absorbed and retained in the body.;

Alternative definition : CRCH: Tocopherol with three methyl groups on its chromanol ring.;

UNII : H4N855PNZ1;

CAS number : 59-02-9;

Unit used : mg;

Chemical formula : C29H50O2;

NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL938214;

ChEBI ID : CHEBI:18145;

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