Hydrocortisone

- Overview
  - Hydrocortisone (cortisol) is a glucocorticoid steroid hormone produced in the adrenal cortex. It can be used as a supplement in culture medium for oligodendrocytes, colon cells, and epithelial cells.
    
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    Background
    
    Hydrocortisone interacts with glucocorticoid receptors and regulates various signaling pathways.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    50-23-7
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C21H30O5
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    362.46
    
    Appearance
    
    White or almost white crystalline powder
    
    Solubility
    
    Soluble in chloroform:absolute ethanol (1:1)(50 mg/ml)
    
    Other Properties
    
    Assay (On Dried Basis): 97.0-102.0%
    
    Storage
    
    <30°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Eukaryotic Cell Culture Applications: Hydrocortisone has been used as a supplement in culture media for oligodendrocytes, colon cells and epithelial cells.