Okadaic acid
Overview | |
Catalog # | bs-80403C |
Product Name | Okadaic acid |
Specifications | |
Storage Buffer | Lyophilized |
Storage Condition | -20°C |
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Product Information | Molecular Weight:805.00 Formula:C44H68O13 Purity:>98% Solubility:Soluble in DMSO (up to 40 mg/ml) or in Ethanol (up to 5 mg/ml). Chemical Name:Isolated from marine dionflagellates |
Description | A naturally occurring polyether marine toxin. Potent and selective inhibitor of protein phosphatases inhibiting PP2A completely at 1 nM and PP1 at higher concentrations, while PP2C is not inhibited. It is an extremely useful tool for studying cellular protein phosphorylation2. Induces apoptosis in a variety of cell types3. Activates atypical protein kinase isotypes and induces insulin-like effects in adipocytes4. Caution: SKIN IRRITANT, TUMOR PROMOTOR. Avoid contact. |