Compound reference
NAD+
Also referenced as: Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) reference material: coenzyme structure, published cellular-metabolism research literature, purity testing, and storage guidance.
Identity and class
Naturally occurring dinucleotide coenzyme
A dinucleotide composed of two nucleotides joined through their phosphate groups, one containing an adenine base and the other nicotinamide.
Molecular formula C21H27N7O14P2; molecular weight approximately 663.4 g/mol.
Published research areas
The subject matter of published laboratory literature. Listed as what was studied — not as an effect, and not as a use in humans.
- Published review literature has examined NAD+ metabolism in the context of cellular redox reactions and enzymatic cofactor studies.
- Laboratory research has examined NAD+ level measurement techniques across various cultured cell and tissue models in the aging-biology literature.
Handling and storage
- Supplied as a lyophilized powder; sensitive to hydrolysis in aqueous solution.
- Manufacturer-recommended storage: -20°C, protected from light and moisture.
Citations
- NAD+ metabolism and its roles in cellular processes during ageing
Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology · 2021