Leu-Ala Analysis Service
- Extensive expertise in handling various biological samples and extracting metabolites.
- State-of-the-art mass spectrometry platforms.
- Strict quality control to ensure reliable results.
- Comprehensive statistical and bioinformatics analysis.
- Personalized service to meet various research needs.
- Animal tissue ≥ 100 mg
- Plant tissue ≥ 200 mg
- Serum/ Plasma ≥ 200 μL
- Urine ≥ 2 mL
Leu-Ala is a dipeptide composed of two amino acids: leucine (Leu) and alanine (Ala). In this dipeptide, the carboxyl group of leucine is linked to the amino group of alanine through a peptide bond. Leu-Ala combines the hydrophobic nature of leucine, a branched-chain amino acid, with the simpler, smaller structure of alanine, an amino acid that plays a key role in glucose metabolism and protein synthesis.
The content of Leu-Ala can serve as a potential biomarker for specific physiological and pathological states. In clinical and biochemical research, measuring Leu-Ala levels can help assess muscle metabolism, nutritional status, and protein turnover. Changes in Leu-Ala concentrations may be associated with various conditions, such as muscle wasting, metabolic disorders, and liver function abnormalities, thus offering diagnostic and monitoring value. Leu-Ala can be further metabolized in the body, participating in key metabolic pathways such as branched-chain amino acid catabolism and alanine-glucose cycle. These pathways are essential for maintaining energy balance, regulating glucose levels, and supporting protein metabolism. Analysis of Leu-Ala and its metabolites can reveal its specific functions and mechanisms in muscle health, energy production, and metabolic regulation.
Figure 1. The Structure of Leu-Ala
MtoZ Biolabs offers the cutting-edge Leu-Ala Analysis Service leveraging our advanced liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) platform and expert metabolomics team. Our service provides comprehensive data on Leu-Ala to meet researchers' needs.
Analysis Workflow
Service Advantages
Applications
1. Identifying new disease biomarkers
2. Improving disease diagnosis
3. Accelerating the discovery of innovative therapeutics
4. Uncovering new insights into disease mechanisms
Sample Submission Requirements
1. Sample Types
Serum, plasma, urine, tissues and other biological samples. For each sample, it is necessary to select more than 3 materials with the same condition.
2. Sample Volume
3. Sample Preservation
Store samples at -80°C to maintain stability.
Note: Please provide details on sample collection and handling.
Deliverables
1. Experimental Procedures
2. Relevant Liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Parameters
3. Detailed Information on Leu-Ala
4. Raw Data
5. Custom Analysis Report
With our Leu-Ala analysis service, we are committed to facilitating your research and product development by providing accurate, reliable results. Trust MtoZ Biolabs for all your metabolomics analysis needs.
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