General description
Ca2+-chelator exhibiting a 105-fold greater affinity for Ca2+ (110 nM) than for Mg2+. After BAPTA complexes with Ca2+, the UV spectrum shifts from 254 to 279 nm at pH >6.0. Useful for spectrophotometric monitoring of extracellular Ca2+ levels, especially transient phenomena, because of its insensitivity to pH. Has been used for the measurement and control of Ca2+ levels in eggs, chromaffin cells, muscle cells, retinal cells, and pancreatic cells. In conjunction with certain formazan dyes, BAPTA can be used in a colorimetric assay for Mg2+. Has neuroprotective effects in vitro against excitotoxic damage and spontaneous recurrent seizures, such as epilepsy.
Warning
Toxicity: Irritant (B)
Reconstitution
Following reconstitution, aliquot, purge with inert gas and freeze (-20°C). To increase stability in solution, store at a high pH (>10). Stock solutions are stable for up to 1 month at -20°C.
Other Notes
DeLorenzo, R.J., et al. 1998. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA 95, 14482.
Li, L., et al. 1995. J. Cell Physiol. 163, 105.
Tymianski, M., et al. 1994. J. Neurophysiol. 72, 1973.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
- UPC:
- 51282207
- Condition:
- New
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- WeightUOM:
- LB
- MPN:
- 196418-1GM
