Levomefolate calcium is an artificial form of folate.IC50 Value:Target: AntifolateThe calcium salt of L-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid which belongs to the group of folate vitamins (Vitamin B9, Folacin). It is a coenzymated form of folic acid and a more bioavailable alternative in dietary supplements.
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