The chemical class referred to as Orai2 Activators encompasses a diverse array of molecules and compounds that exhibit the capacity to enhance the activity of Orai2 proteins, which constitute a crucial component of cellular calcium ion channels. Orai2 plays a pivotal role in mediating calcium signaling, a fundamental mechanism governing various intracellular processes. Activation of Orai2 channels leads to the controlled influx of calcium ions into cells, triggering downstream signaling events. These activators, which may include small molecules and natural compounds, interact with Orai2 to modulate its conformation or gating properties, ultimately promoting an increased flow of calcium ions across cellular membranes.
By influencing Orai2 channel activity, these compounds contribute to the intricate orchestration of cellular responses to calcium signals, impacting diverse physiological and regulatory processes. The significance of the Orai2 Activators class lies in its ability to fine-tune calcium-mediated signaling pathways, which are integral to cellular communication and homeostasis.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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1,2-Dioctanoyl-sn-glycerol | 60514-48-9 | sc-202397 sc-202397A | 10 mg 50 mg | $47.00 $254.00 | 2 | |
DOG is a synthetic lipid that has been shown to activate Orai2 channels, resulting in increased calcium influx and potentially influencing cellular functions. | ||||||
14,15-Leukotriene C4 | 75290-60-7 | sc-205012 sc-205012A | 25 µg 50 µg | $146.00 $239.00 | ||
Leukotriene C4, a mediator of inflammation, has been suggested to activate Orai2-mediated calcium entry in certain cell types, potentially contributing to immune responses. | ||||||
MAFP | 188404-10-6 | sc-203440 | 5 mg | $219.00 | 4 | |
MAFP is a phospholipase A2 inhibitor that has been reported to enhance Orai2 channel activity, affecting calcium signaling pathways. | ||||||
Arachidonic Acid (20:4, n-6) | 506-32-1 | sc-200770 sc-200770A sc-200770B | 100 mg 1 g 25 g | $92.00 $240.00 $4328.00 | 9 | |
Arachidonic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid, has been reported to activate Orai2 channels in certain cell types, contributing to calcium signaling. | ||||||
Thapsigargin | 67526-95-8 | sc-24017 sc-24017A | 1 mg 5 mg | $136.00 $446.00 | 114 | |
Thapsigargin is a well-known inhibitor of the sarco/endoplasmic reticulum calcium ATPase (SERCA) pump, leading to ER calcium store depletion and subsequent activation of STIM1, which in turn can activate Orai2 channels. | ||||||