Pregnenolone

Name:
Pregnenolone
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	Δ5-pregnene-3β-ol-20-one
M Formula:	C21H32O2
Properties:
Crystallizes in needles from dilute alcohol. Mp 193C. Slightly soluble in acetone, petroleum ether, benzene, and carbon tetrachloride.
Derivation:
From stigmasterol or other steroids.
Use:
Medicine, biochemical research.