Date published: 2026-2-22

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GC-1 Activators

GC-1 Activators include a diverse array of compounds that indirectly stimulate the activity of GC-1, a protein linked to various cellular functions such as signaling, growth, and differentiation. These activators exert their effects through modulation of gene expression, influencing the upregulation of Olfactomedin-4, which in turn may lead to increased activity of GC-1. Key players in this modulation include forskolin, IBMX, and Dibutyryl-cAMP, which enhance intracellular cAMP levels. Elevated cAMP can stimulate a range of genes, including Olfactomedin-4, thereby potentially enhancing GC-1 activity. This upregulation is vital in cellular processes such as synaptic plasticity and neuronal development.

Other significant activators like Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA), and Retinoic Acid, all trans work through different pathways but with a similar outcome of influencing gene expression. EGF activates signaling pathways that may upregulate Olfactomedin-4, while PMA, as a PKC activator, and Retinoic Acid, all trans, a Vitamin A derivative, also modulate gene expression, potentially affecting Olfactomedin-4 levels. The impact of these modulations on GC-1 activity is crucial in processes such as cell differentiation and tissue development. Additionally, neurotrophins like Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) play a role in neural growth and repair by potentially upregulating Olfactomedin-4, subsequently influencing GC-1 activity. Furthermore, compounds like Taurine, Zinc Sulfate solution, and Hydrocortisone, through their respective influences on cellular signaling and gene expression, contribute to the regulation of GC-1 activity. These activators, through their varied mechanisms, underscore the complex regulation of GC-1 and highlight its importance in a range of cellular functions, from neurotransmission and osmoregulation to immune response and stress management.

Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Forskolin

66575-29-9sc-3562
sc-3562A
sc-3562B
sc-3562C
sc-3562D
5 mg
50 mg
1 g
2 g
5 g
$78.00
$153.00
$740.00
$1413.00
$2091.00
73
(3)

Forskolin, an adenylate cyclase activator, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. By increasing intracellular cAMP levels, it can upregulate the expression of various genes, including Olfactomedin-4. This upregulation may lead to a secondary increase in GC-1 expression, impacting processes like cellular signaling.

IBMX

28822-58-4sc-201188
sc-201188B
sc-201188A
200 mg
500 mg
1 g
$260.00
$350.00
$500.00
34
(1)

IBMX, a non-selective inhibitor of phosphodiesterases, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. By preventing cAMP degradation, IBMX can increase cAMP levels, potentially upregulating Olfactomedin-4 expression. This may indirectly lead to increased GC-1 activity, involved in processes like neuronal development.

Dibutyryl-cAMP

16980-89-5sc-201567
sc-201567A
sc-201567B
sc-201567C
20 mg
100 mg
500 mg
10 g
$47.00
$136.00
$492.00
$4552.00
74
(7)

Dibutyryl-cAMP, a cAMP analog, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. Elevated cAMP levels can stimulate the expression of genes including Olfactomedin-4. Increased Olfactomedin-4 levels may lead to enhanced GC-1 expression, affecting cellular processes such as synaptic plasticity and olfactory signaling.

PMA

16561-29-8sc-3576
sc-3576A
sc-3576B
sc-3576C
sc-3576D
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
100 mg
$41.00
$132.00
$214.00
$500.00
$948.00
119
(6)

PMA, a PKC activator, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. By activating PKC, PMA influences gene expression, potentially including Olfactomedin-4. This can lead to secondary enhancement of GC-1 activity, which is significant in cellular signaling and neuronal function.

Retinoic Acid, all trans

302-79-4sc-200898
sc-200898A
sc-200898B
sc-200898C
500 mg
5 g
10 g
100 g
$66.00
$325.00
$587.00
$1018.00
28
(1)

Retinoic Acid, all trans, a Vitamin A derivative, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. It modulates gene expression, potentially influencing Olfactomedin-4. Enhanced Olfactomedin-4 expression may lead to increased GC-1 activity, affecting processes such as cell differentiation and tissue development.

Adenosine 3′,5′-cyclic monophosphate

60-92-4sc-217584
sc-217584A
sc-217584B
sc-217584C
sc-217584D
sc-217584E
100 mg
250 mg
5 g
10 g
25 g
50 g
$116.00
$179.00
$265.00
$369.00
$629.00
$1150.00
(1)

Adenosine 3',5'-cyclic monophosphate, a secondary messenger, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. Elevated levels of cAMP can stimulate gene expression, potentially affecting Olfactomedin-4. This may lead to increased GC-1 activity, impacting cellular signaling and metabolic processes.

Taurine

107-35-7sc-202354
sc-202354A
25 g
500 g
$48.00
$102.00
1
(1)

Taurine, an amino acid, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. It can influence gene expression and cellular signaling pathways, potentially affecting Olfactomedin-4. Increased Olfactomedin-4 may lead to enhanced GC-1 activity, involved in processes like osmoregulation and neurotransmission.

Zinc

7440-66-6sc-213177
100 g
$48.00
(0)

Zinc Sulfate Solution indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. Zinc can modulate gene expression, possibly influencing Olfactomedin-4 levels. This modulation may lead to increased GC-1 activity, impacting cellular processes including immune response and enzyme regulation.

Hydrocortisone

50-23-7sc-300810
5 g
$102.00
6
(1)

Hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid, indirectly enhances GC-1 activity. It can affect gene expression, potentially upregulating Olfactomedin-4. Increased Olfactomedin-4 levels may lead to enhanced GC-1 activity, influencing processes like inflammation regulation and stress response.