Physical Address
304 North Cardinal St.
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
Aminolevulinic acid
General information
Aminolevulinic acid (5-aminolevulinic acid, δ-aminolevulinic acid, 5ALA, δ-ALA) is the first compound in the porphyrin synthesis pathway, which leads to heme in mammals and chlorophyll in plants. It has been used as a component of photodynamic therapy in the management of a range of skin disorders, including acne vulgaris [ , ], actinic keratosis [ ], Bowen’s disease [ ], leukoplakia [ ], and condylomata acuminata [ ].
Organs and systems
You're Reading a Preview
Become a Clinical Tree membership for Full access and enjoy Unlimited articles
If you are a member. Log in here