Calcitriol for cell activation

Catalog number
1880-50
Name
Calcitriol for cell activation
Size
50 µg
Price
246.00 EUR
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Description
An active metabolite of vitamin D3 that activates the vitamin D receptor (VDR). Plays important role in regulating body levels of calcium and phosphorus, and in mineralization of bone. It has widespread effects on cellular differentiation and proliferation, and can modulate immune responsiveness, and central nervous system function. Known to act as a chemopreventive agent against several malignancies including cancers of the prostate and colon and shows synergy with other anticancer compounds.
Peptide sequence
N/A
CAS number
32222-06-3
Molecular weight
416.64
Category
Biochemicals
Other name
1α, 25-Dihydroxycholecalciferol; 1a,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D3; 25-(OH)2-D3
Molecular formula
C₂₇H₄₄O₃
Physical appearance
White solid
Supplied with
N/A
Is this a salt?
No
Is it cell-permeable?
No
Purification
≥99% by HPLC
Reconstitute instructions
DMSO (50 mg/ml) or EtOH
Storage condition
-20°C
Shipping condition
gel pack
Maximum time for storage
36 months
Storage instructions
Protect from air and light
Tissue
cell
Additional description
For cells, cell lines and tissues in culture till half confluency.