Ionomycin, Free Acid, Streptomyces conglobatus in Solution

Highly specific for divalent cations (Ca²⁺ > Mg²⁺ >> Sr²⁺ = Ba²⁺). More effective than antibiotic A23187 as a mobile ion carrier for Ca²⁺. Complexes with Ca²⁺ between pH 7 and 9.5, causing significant absorption in the UV range; however, in contrast to A23187 (Cat. No. 100105), it is not fluorescent. Useful for studies of Ca²⁺ transport across biological membranes and measurement of cytoplasmic free Ca²⁺. Induces apoptotic neuronal degeneration in embryonic cortical neurons. Also induces cell cycle arrest in the G₁ interval of mature Burkitt lymphoma cell lines.

Cell permeable: yes

Primary Target
Mobile ion carrier for Ca2+.

Product does not compete with ATP.

Reversible: no

Packaged under inert gas

A 5 mM (1 mg/282 µl) solution of Ionomycin, Free Acid, Streptomyces conglobatus (Cat. No. 407950) in DMSO.

Following initial thaw, aliquot and freeze (-20°C).

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Toxicity: Irritant (B)