NAD

Parameter

Details

Product Name

β-Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD)

Molecular Formula

C₂₁H₂₇N₇O₁₄P₂ (NAD+ structure is related; NADH is the reduced form reference)

Molecular Weight

Approximately 833.351 g/mol (varies with structure and associated water)

CAS No.

53-84-9

Synonyms

β-NAD, Diphosphopyridine nucleotide, DPN, β-DPN, Coenzyme 1

Description

A coenzyme present in all living cells. Plays a central role in energy metabolism, participating in cellular respiration and oxidation of nutrients to generate ATP. Also crucial for DNA repair, cell function maintenance, and regulation of various physiological activities like cell survival, apoptosis, and immune response. Its levels decline with age.