Identification of a testosterone-dependent unique volatile constituent of male mouse urine: 7-exo-ethyl-5-methyl-6,8-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]-3-octene

Investigations regarding the chemical composition of the volatiles in male mouse urine have recently enabled the structural elucidation of a hitherto unreported urinary component, 7-exo-ethyl-5-methyl-6,8-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]-3-octene. This compound's uniqueness to mouse urine and its dependence...

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Published inExperientia Vol. 40; no. 2; p. 217
Main Authors Novotny, M, Schwende, F J, Wiesler, D, Jorgenson, J W, Carmack, M
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Switzerland 15.02.1984
Subjects
Animals
Bridged Bicyclo Compounds - urine
Bridged Bicyclo Compounds, Heterocyclic
Bridged-Ring Compounds - urine
Castration
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
Male
Mice
Mice, Inbred BALB C
Pheromones - urine
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Summary:Investigations regarding the chemical composition of the volatiles in male mouse urine have recently enabled the structural elucidation of a hitherto unreported urinary component, 7-exo-ethyl-5-methyl-6,8-dioxabicyclo[3.2.1]-3-octene. This compound's uniqueness to mouse urine and its dependence on testosterone levels in the male suggest its probable role as a mouse pheromone or pheromone adjuvant.
ISSN:0014-4754
DOI:10.1007/BF01963608