Product Overview
L-Theanine is a unique, non-proteinogenic amino acid primarily found in the Camellia sinensis plant and the mushroom Xerocomus badius. Unlike other amino acids, it is capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier via the large neutral amino acid transport system.
In laboratory research, L-Theanine is utilized to investigate the modulation of inhibitory neurotransmitters and its role as a structural analogue of glutamate and glutamine, providing a model for studying competitive receptor binding.
Research Specifications:
- Chemical Formula: C₇H₁₄N₂O₃
- Molecular Weight: 174.20 g/mol
- Purity: > 99%+ USP Pharmaceutical Grade
- Form: Fine White Crystalline Powder
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
Primary Research Applications:
- Alpha-Wave Induction: Researchers use L-Theanine to observe its effects on Alpha-1 (8-13 Hz) frequency bands in cortical EEG readings, studying how it promotes a state of "wakeful relaxation" without sedation.
- Glutamatergic Antagonism: It is a key subject in studies focusing on its role as a weak antagonist of NMDA and AMPA receptors, often used to observe the mitigation of glutamate-induced excitotoxicity.
- Neurotransmitter Balancing: Studies often employ L-Theanine to measure its influence on the levels of GABA, Dopamine, and Serotonin in specific brain regions, notably the hypothalamus and hippocampus.
Research Notice: This compound is a high-purity reagent provided strictly for laboratory research and development. It is not for human or animal consumption.
