Date published: 2026-1-9

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Igk-C Activators

Igk-C Activators encompass a range of chemical compounds that facilitate the enhancement of Igk-C activity by targeting different aspects of B cell activation and differentiation. Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) operates through the activation of Protein Kinase C (PKC), which is implicated in B cell receptor signaling and could thereby amplify Igk-C expression in immune responses. Ionomycin, by increasing intracellular calcium levels, and CpG oligodeoxynucleotides, through Toll-like receptor 9 (TLR9) engagement, both act to invigorate B cell activation with potential upregulation of Igk-C in antigen-presenting scenarios. Similarly, R848 enhances B cell function via TLR7 and TLR8 stimulation, and Interferon-alpha boosts immune responses, particularly against viral pathogens, possibly leading to elevated Igk-C activity. The interaction of CD40 ligand with its receptor on B cells and the binding of Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) to TLR4 are additional mechanisms that may potentiate Igk-C expression in the context of B cell-mediated immunity.

Igk-C Activators are a diverse array of chemical compounds that enhance the activity of Igk-C through various mechanisms focused on B cell activation and differentiation. The activation of Protein Kinase C (PKC) by Phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA) and the elevation of intracellular calcium by Ionomycin play pivotal roles in the activation of B cells, which is a precondition for the increased activity of Igk-C. The stimulation of Toll-like receptors (TLRs) by CpG oligodeoxynucleotides and R848 leads to B cell activation, contributing to the potential enhancement of Igk-C, which is integral to antibody production. Furthermore, Interferon-alpha acts on B cells, potentially augmenting Igk-C activity in antiviral responses, and the engagement of CD40 by CD40 ligand provides costimulatory signals that could further increase Igk-C function during immune activation.

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Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

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 is a potent activator of Protein Kinase C (PKC) which can enhance B cell receptor signaling, thereby potentially increasing the expression and function of Igk-C as part of the immune response.

Ionomycin

56092-82-1sc-3592
sc-3592A
1 mg
5 mg
$78.00
$270.00
80
(4)

Ionomycin is a calcium ionophore that raises intracellular calcium levels, which can enhance B cell activation and subsequent Igk-C expression in response to antigen stimulation.

R-848

144875-48-9sc-203231
sc-203231A
sc-203231B
sc-203231C
5 mg
25 mg
100 mg
500 mg
$102.00
$306.00
$510.00
$1559.00
12
(1)

R848 is an agonist of TLR7 and TLR8, which can stimulate B cell activation and proliferation, potentially increasing the functional activity of Igk-C through enhanced immune response.

Lipopolysaccharide, E. coli O55:B5

93572-42-0sc-221855
sc-221855A
sc-221855B
sc-221855C
10 mg
25 mg
100 mg
500 mg
$98.00
$171.00
$425.00
$1560.00
12
(2)

LPS binds to TLR4 on B cells, triggering activation and proliferation, which may lead to the upregulation of Igk-C during the immune response to bacterial infections.