Metabolomics Analysis

• • Pentadecanoic Acid Analysis Service

  Pentadecanoic acid is a saturated fatty acid found in trace amounts in dairy products, certain fish, and some plant oils. It has gained significant interest in recent years due to its potential health benefits and unique role as a dietary biomarker. Structurally, pentadecanoic acid consists of a 15-carbon chain with a terminal carboxylic acid group, making it a medium-chain fatty acid. This compound is relatively rare in the human diet, yet its presence and concentration in biological samples can...

• • Glycerophospholipid Metabolism Service

  Glycerophospholipids are a major component of biological membranes and play vital roles in cellular processes, such as membrane trafficking, signal transduction, and energy production. Alterations in glycerophospholipid metabolism are associated with various diseases including cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic disorders. Therefore, understanding glycerophospholipid metabolism is critical for both basic research and drug development.

• • Ether Lipid Metabolism Service

  Ether lipids, a class of important bioactive molecules, play significant roles in various biological processes such as cell signaling and membrane biosynthesis. Dysregulation of ether lipid metabolism is associated with numerous human pathologies, including cancer, obesity, and Alzheimer's disease.

• • Steroid Hormone Analysis Service

  Steroid hormones are a diverse group of signaling molecules derived from cholesterol, playing critical roles in regulating various physiological processes within the body. These hormones are classified into several categories, each with distinct functions...

• • Glycerolipid Analysis Service

  Glycerolipids, also known as triglycerides, play a vital role in biology, serving both structural and metabolic functions. These complex molecules are essential components of all cellular membranes and act as stored forms of energy. Given their importance, the analysis of glycerolipids can provide key insights into various biological processes, including cellular metabolism, and the progression of diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

• • Steroid Biosynthesis Service

  Steroids are a class of organic compounds characterized by their four-ring carbon structure, which serves as the backbone for various biologically active molecules. These include sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen, corticosteroids such as cortisol, and other essential compounds like bile acids and vitamin D derivatives. Steroids play crucial roles in a wide range of physiological processes, including metabolism, immune response, reproductive functions, and the regulation of salt and water balance.

• • Linoleic Acid Metabolism Service

  Linoleic acid (LA) is an essential polyunsaturated fatty acid belonging to the omega-6 fatty acid family. It plays a crucial role in human physiology, serving as a precursor for the biosynthesis of bioactive lipid mediators, including prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and thromboxanes. These molecules are involved in various physiological and pathological processes, such as inflammation, immune response, and cell signaling. Because the human body cannot synthesize linoleic acid...

• • Sphingolipid Analysis Service

  Sphingolipids are a complex class of lipids that play crucial roles in cellular structure and function. They are essential components of cell membranes and are involved in various biological processes, including cell signaling, apoptosis, and differentiation. Sphingolipids consist of a sphingoid base backbone, commonly sphingosine, linked to a fatty acid, forming ceramide, which can be further modified with different head groups to produce diverse sphingolipid species such as sphingomyelins...

• • Ketone Bodies Metabolism Analysis Service

  Ketone bodies are small molecules produced during the metabolism of fatty acids, primarily in the liver. They serve as an alternative energy source during periods of fasting, prolonged exercise, or carbohydrate restriction. The three primary ketone bodies are acetone, acetoacetate, and β-hydroxybutyrate. These compounds are crucial for maintaining energy homeostasis, especially in tissues like the brain and muscles that rely heavily on glucose under normal conditions.

• • Arachidonic Acid Metabolism Service

  Arachidonic acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays a critical role in cellular signaling and inflammatory responses. It is a key component of the phospholipids that make up cell membranes and serves as a precursor for the synthesis of various bioactive lipid mediators, including prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes. These metabolites are collectively known as eicosanoids, which are involved in a wide range of physiological processes such as immune responses...