Selenious Acid

Selenious Acid

Cat. No.: PI7783008

Description: Selenium is an essential trace element and antioxidant. It is a cofactor of metabolic enzyme regulation. It also plays an important role in maintaining the general health of tissue and muscle and has antioxidant properties. Selenious acid appears as colorless solid, transparent, colorless crystals. Used as a reagent for alkaloids and as an oxidizing agent. Isotope is used in labeling radiopharmaceuticals.

Product Details
CAS 7783-00-8
Molecular Formula H2O3Se
Molecular Weight 128.99
Standard USP
Uses (1) Selenium injection is indicated for use as a supplement to intravenous solutions given for total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Administration of selenious acid in TPN formulas helps to maintain plasma selenium levels and also to maintain endogenous stores to prevent deficiency.
(2) Selenium compounds, such as selenium sulfide, are used topically in anti-dandruff shampoos and in cases of seborrhea.
Mechanism Of Action Selenium has been shown to activate anticancer agents, prevent heart and vascular diseases, exhibit anti-proliferative and anti-inflammatory properties, and stimulate the immune system. Its anticancer properties may be explained by the oxidation of free sulfhydryl groups.

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