Isoprenoids, also known as terpenoids, are prenol lipids that are composed of five-carbon isoprene units. Their structures can be linear, cyclic, or branched, and may have various substituents such as hydrocarbon and oxygen-containing groups.

They play important roles in all living organisms, as retinoids and carotenoids, which are involved in cellular growth and immune modulation, and squalenes, which are the precursors to sterol and hopanoid lipids. Isoprenoids are also present in oily and waxy substances, and some serve as essential oils, pigments, or plant growth hormones.

The potential use of isoprenoids in medical and industrial fields is hindered by the limited amount available in living organisms, making the precise analysis of isoprenoids an essential component in advancing their applications.

Here you can read more about the analysis of Isoprenoids performed at Lipotype: https://www.lipotype.com/lipidomics-services/prenol-lipid-analysis/isoprenoid-analysis/

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