1 2-Dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphate sodium salt (CAS No 108392-02-5) is a phospholipid commonly used in biomedical research particularly within the fields of cell biology and biochemistry Originating from natural sources it plays a crucial role in studying membrane dynamics and signaling pathways This compound is a negatively charged lipid that interacts with proteins and other lipids influencing cellular activities such as membrane fusion and vesicle trafficking It exhibits activity in the nanomolar to low micromolar range making it suitable for detailed mechanistic studies In vitro it is often used in cell models to explore lipid-protein interactions while in vivo studies might utilize it in animal models to investigate its effects on membrane-associated processes Additionally it finds applications in drug screening assays to identify compounds that modulate membrane-related functions Experimental concentrations typically depend on the specific research design