The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of trans-alkenoic acids of general formula CH3-(CH2)n-CH=(CH2)m CO2H where n = 4 to 9 m = 8 to 16. More particularly, the present invention relates to a process for the preparation of trans-tetracos-15-enoic acid, which is a bioactive constituent possessing dose-related hepatoprotective activity. The present invention also relates to the use thereof for hepatoprotection.
本发明涉及一种制备通式为
CH3-(
CH2)n-CH=( )m CO2H的反式烯酸的方法,其中n = 4至9,m = 8至16。更具体地,本发明涉及一种制备反式四十四烯酸的方法,该酸是一种
生物活性成分,具有剂量相关的肝保护活性。本发明还涉及其用于肝保护的用途。