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-Hydroxyisovaleric Acid is a metabolite of the essential amino acid Leucine and is synthesized in the human body. Studies suggest that -Hydroxyisovaleric Acid may have an effect on increasing muscle weight and strength. The presence of elevated -Hydroxyisovaleric Acid is a sensitive marker of biotin deficiency and may indicate the presence of a genetic disorder such as biotinidase deficiency or holocarboxylase synthetase deficiency.
Catalog #	013910
CAS Number	625-08-1
Molecular Formula	C5H10O3
Molecular Weight	118.13
Important Note	This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Alternate names	3-Hydroxy-3-methylbutanoic Acid; 3-Hydroxy-3-methylbutyric Acid; 3-Hydroxyisovaleric Acid; -Hydroxy- -methylbutyric Acid;