Cellular Coenzyme
NAD+ Research Coenzyme
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a naturally occurring dinucleotide coenzyme found in all living cells. It is supplied as a pharmaceutical-grade lyophilized powder for laboratory research applications.
Compound identity
- Name
- NAD+
- Class
- Cellular Coenzyme
- CAS number
- 53-84-9
- Molecular formula
- C21H27N7O14P2
- Also known as
- Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, NAD, β-NAD+
Research context
NAD+ (CAS 53-84-9) is a central coenzyme in cellular metabolism, serving as an electron carrier in redox reactions and a substrate for ADP-ribosylation and deacetylation enzymes including sirtuins and PARPs. It has been extensively studied in cell biology research for decades.
The scientific literature on NAD+ biosynthesis, metabolism, and function spans cell biology, biochemistry, and aging research. Studies in laboratory models have examined NAD+ levels in the context of various cellular processes. As a research reagent, NAD+ is a well-characterized molecule supplied for in-vitro assay and experimental applications.
DMV Research supplies NAD+ with a per-batch third-party Certificate of Analysis confirming identity and purity for research use.
Frequently asked questions
What is NAD+?+
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme present in all living cells, central to metabolic processes including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. CAS 53-84-9.
What is the difference between NAD+ and NADH?+
NAD+ is the oxidized form; NADH is the reduced form. The NAD+/NADH ratio is a key indicator of cellular redox state studied in laboratory research models.
Is NAD+ approved for human use?+
As supplied by DMV Research, NAD+ is a research-grade chemical for laboratory use only and is not intended for human consumption.
What purity is the NAD+ research compound?+
Each batch is independently tested to 99%+ purity by third-party laboratories, with a Certificate of Analysis available per batch.
Research use only
All products are intended for laboratory and research use only (RUO) and are not for human consumption, ingestion, or any in-vivo use.
The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the FDA. NAD+ is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Content is provided for laboratory research reference only.