Uses
A fluorescent cholesterol analog useful as a probe in membrane research.
Uses
Dehydroergosterol (DHE) is suitable for the transfer of DHE from a population of donor (LD) to acceptor (LA) liposomes.
Definition
ChEBI: A phytosterol consiting of ergostane having double bonds at the 5,6-, 7,8- 9,11- and 22,23-positions as well as a 3beta-hydroxy group.
General Description
Dehydroergosterol (DHE) is a fluorescent sterol that possesses similar biophysical properties as cholesterol. It is found in yeast cells and other fungi.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Dehydroergosterol (DHE) is used for the visualization of intracellular traffic and intracellular transport kinetics.
