NKCC2 Activators
NKCC2 activators are a group of chemical compounds specifically designed to modulate the activity of the NKCC2 protein. As a refresher, NKCC2 (Sodium-Potassium-Chloride Cotransporter 2) is predominantly found in the kidney, especially within the thick ascending limb of Henle's loop. It plays a pivotal role in the reabsorption of sodium, potassium, and chloride ions from the filtrate. By doing so, NKCC2 is instrumental in maintaining the body's osmotic balance and overall salt homeostasis. A disruption in the function or expression of NKCC2 can lead to imbalances in the body's ionic equilibrium, which underscores its importance in normal physiological conditions.
Activators of NKCC2 aim to enhance or stimulate its activity, ensuring optimal reabsorption of the aforementioned ions. The exact mechanism of action of these activators can vary. Some may bind directly to the transporter, altering its conformation in a way that promotes its activity. Others might work indirectly by influencing intracellular signaling pathways that regulate NKCC2 function. Yet, others might stabilize the protein, ensuring it remains functionally active for extended periods. Regardless of the mechanism, the end goal of these activators is to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of NKCC2, aiding in the maintenance of the body's internal ionic and osmotic environment. Given the central role of NKCC2 in renal ion handling, understanding and modulating its activity with such activators is of paramount importance in the broader context of physiological studies.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Aldosterone | 52-39-1 | sc-210774 sc-210774A sc-210774B sc-210774C sc-210774D sc-210774E | 2 mg 5 mg 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 250 mg | $259.00 $213.00 $317.00 $1550.00 $3074.00 $7637.00 | 1 | |
Aldosterone is a steroid hormone that plays a key role in regulating salt and water balance. It can potentially upregulate NKCC2 expression as part of its mechanism to increase sodium reabsorption in the kidney. | ||||||
Angiotensin II, Human | 4474-91-3 | sc-363643 sc-363643A sc-363643B sc-363643C | 1 mg 5 mg 25 mg 100 mg | $51.00 $100.00 $310.00 $690.00 | 3 | |
Angiotensin II is a peptide hormone that can influence various aspects of renal function. It might induce NKCC2 expression as a part of its regulatory effects on salt balance. | ||||||
Vasopressin | 11000-17-2 | sc-356188 sc-356188A | 5 mg 25 mg | $260.00 $1040.00 | 1 | |
Vasopressin, or antidiuretic hormone, can affect water and salt reabsorption in the kidney. It may modulate NKCC2 expression to adjust salt balance in response to hydration status. | ||||||
Adenosine 3′,5′-cyclic monophosphate | 60-92-4 | sc-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 | ||
cAMP is a secondary messenger molecule involved in various cellular processes. It might affect NKCC2 expression as part of broader renal regulatory mechanisms. | ||||||
Forskolin | 66575-29-9 | sc-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 | |
Forskolin activates adenylate cyclase, leading to increased cAMP levels. By this mechanism, it may indirectly influence NKCC2 expression. | ||||||
PGE2 | 363-24-6 | sc-201225 sc-201225C sc-201225A sc-201225B | 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 50 mg | $57.00 $159.00 $275.00 $678.00 | 37 | |
Prostaglandin E2 is involved in various renal functions, potentially affecting NKCC2 expression as part of its broader effects on renal salt handling. | ||||||
Dexamethasone | 50-02-2 | sc-29059 sc-29059B sc-29059A | 100 mg 1 g 5 g | $91.00 $139.00 $374.00 | 36 | |
Dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, can modulate a range of cellular processes. In the context of renal physiology, it might affect NKCC2 expression. | ||||||