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StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2020-10-28 00:08:58 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:04:21 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0000295
Metabolite Identification
Common NameL-Lyxopyranose
DescriptionL-Lyxopyranose is a carbohydrate belonging to the class of aldoses, specifically a hexose sugar. Its chemical structure features a six-membered pyranose ring with hydroxyl groups attached at various positions, which plays a crucial role in its reactivity and interactions. In synthetic organic chemistry, L-Lyxopyranose serves as a valuable building block; for instance, it can undergo chemical transformations such as the introduction of substituents at the C-4 position, as demonstrated in the treatment of 2,3-O-isopropylidene-1-O-methyl-4-O-phenoxythiocarbonyl-alpha-l-lyxopyranose with beta-tributylstannyl styrene (PMID:15202900 ). Additionally, L-Lyxopyranose is involved in the synthesis of nucleosides, contributing to the formation of pyrimidine and purine nucleosides, which are essential components of nucleic acids (PMID:1177062 ). These pathways highlight the compound's significance in both synthetic and biological contexts, showcasing its versatility in various chemical reactions and its role in the biosynthesis of critical biomolecules.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
L-LyxoseChEBI
WURCS=2.0/1,1,0/[a221h-1x_1-5]/1/ChEBI
Molecular FormulaC5H10O5
Average Mass150.13
Monoisotopic Mass150.052823422
IUPAC Name(3R,4R,5S)-oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
Traditional NameL-lyxopyranose
CAS Registry Number1949-78-6
SMILES
O[C@H]1COC(O)[C@H](O)[C@@H]1O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C5H10O5/c6-2-1-10-5(9)4(8)3(2)7/h2-9H,1H2/t2-,3+,4+,5?/m0/s1
InChI KeySRBFZHDQGSBBOR-AEQNFAKKSA-N