Neopterin

Description: D-(+)-Neopterin (D-(+)-Neopterin) is produced by human monocytes/macrophages upon stimulation with the cytokine interferon-gamma. In humans, neopterin is involved in purine biosynthesis. Target: Endogenous Metabolite. Smiles: Nc1nc2ncc(nc2c(=O)[nH]1)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)CO. References: Murr C, et al. Neopterin as a Marker for Immune System Activation. Current Drug Metabolism [01 Apr 2002, 3(2):175-187].