Ipomeanol
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Ipomeanol
Ipomeanol (pronounced as /ˌaɪpoʊˈmiːəˌnɒl/) is a naturally occurring toxic furanoterpenoid that is found in the sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas). It is known for its pulmonary toxicity and has been used in research as a model for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Etymology
The term "Ipomeanol" is derived from the genus name of the plant it is found in, Ipomoea, and the chemical structure of the compound, which is an alcohol (suffix "-ol").
Related Terms
- Furanoterpenoid: A class of organic compounds that are a combination of furan and terpenoid. They are often found in plants and have various biological activities.
- Ipomoea batatas: The scientific name for the sweet potato, a plant in the bindweed or morning glory family, Convolvulaceae. It is a major source of ipomeanol.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A type of lung disease that results in scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs for an unknown reason (idiopathic). Ipomeanol has been used as a model in research for this disease.
- Pulmonary Toxicity: A harmful effect on the lung caused by a toxic substance. Ipomeanol is known for its pulmonary toxicity.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ipomeanol
- Wikipedia's article - Ipomeanol
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