Lipo-C

Lipo-C

Lipo-C is a research-grade lipotropic compound blend formulated for laboratory investigation of lipid metabolism, hepatic fat mobilisation, and metabolic support pathways. Lipotropic compounds are a class of substances that facilitate the breakdown and transport of dietary fats in the liver, preventing hepatic lipid accumulation and supporting fatty acid oxidation. Lipo-C formulations typically combine methionine, inositol, choline, and cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) — each with distinct roles in one-carbon metabolism, phospholipid synthesis, and mitochondrial fatty acid transport — making this blend a useful tool for studying synergistic lipotropic mechanisms in hepatic and metabolic research models.

Mechanism of Action

The lipotropic activity of Lipo-C arises from the complementary biochemical roles of its components. Methionine is an essential amino acid and methyl donor in the one-carbon cycle, contributing to the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine and S-adenosylmethionine (SAM), which supports hepatic methylation reactions and VLDL assembly. Inositol is a key component of phosphatidylinositol, a membrane phospholipid involved in lipid signalling and hepatic fat export. Choline is the direct precursor to phosphatidylcholine and acetylcholine, and is essential for VLDL particle formation and hepatic triglyceride export. Cyanocobalamin (B12) supports methionine synthase activity in the folate-methionine cycle, maintaining methylation capacity. Together, these components support hepatic lipid mobilisation, mitochondrial fatty acid β-oxidation, and prevention of hepatic steatosis in preclinical research models.

Research Applications

• Hepatic lipid metabolism, VLDL assembly, and fatty acid export studies
• One-carbon metabolism, methylation, and SAM pathway research
• Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and hepatic steatosis preclinical models
• Phospholipid synthesis, membrane biology, and choline metabolism investigation
• Mitochondrial fatty acid β-oxidation and lipotropic mechanism research

Specifications

• Molecular Formula: Lipotropic blend (methionine, inositol, choline, cyanocobalamin)
• Molecular Weight: N/A (multi-component)
• CAS Number: N/A (blend)
• Purity: ≥98%
• Form: Lyophilised powder
• Storage: -20°C
• Shelf Life: 24 months

This product is intended for legitimate laboratory and analytical research use only. Not for diagnostic, therapeutic, or consumer use.