Retinitis pigmentosa 1 Activators refer to a chemical class associated with modulating the activity of a specific protein or gene linked to the genetic disorder known as retinitis pigmentosa (RP). RP is a group of inherited eye conditions characterized by progressive degeneration of the light-sensitive cells in the retina, leading to vision loss and, in severe cases, blindness. The retinitis pigmentosa 1 designation points to one of the many genetic mutations associated with this condition.
In this context, activators likely refer to compounds or molecules that influence the function or expression of the retinitis pigmentosa 1 gene (RP1). RP1 is one of several genes that, when mutated, can contribute to the development of retinitis pigmentosa. It is involved in the maintenance and function of photoreceptor cells in the retina. Mutations in RP1 can disrupt the normal structure and function of these cells, leading to the characteristic manifestations of RP.
Studying RP1 activators is essential for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying this form of retinitis pigmentosa and identifying ways to modulate its activity. Such research can contribute to the broader field of genetic and molecular biology, shedding light on the genetic factors influencing retinal health and visual function. Furthermore, it may pave the way for future investigations into strategies aimed at addressing the genetic causes of retinitis pigmentosa and related retinal disorders.
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| Product Name | CAS # | Catalog # | QUANTITY | Price | Citations | RATING |
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Retinoic Acid, all trans | 302-79-4 | sc-200898 sc-200898A sc-200898B sc-200898C | 500 mg 5 g 10 g 100 g | $66.00 $325.00 $587.00 $1018.00 | 28 | |
Retinoic acid is involved in vision and retinal health and may influence the expression of genes like RP1. | ||||||
Vitamin A | 68-26-8 | sc-280187 sc-280187A | 1 g 10 g | $385.00 $2654.00 | ||
Vitamin A is essential for vision and retinal health, potentially influencing RP1 expression. | ||||||
Docosa-4Z,7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z,19Z-hexaenoic Acid (22:6, n-3) | 6217-54-5 | sc-200768 sc-200768A sc-200768B sc-200768C sc-200768D | 100 mg 1 g 10 g 50 g 100 g | $94.00 $210.00 $1779.00 $8021.00 $16657.00 | 11 | |
Omega-3 fatty acids are important for retinal health and might influence RP1 expression. | ||||||
Resveratrol | 501-36-0 | sc-200808 sc-200808A sc-200808B | 100 mg 500 mg 5 g | $80.00 $220.00 $460.00 | 64 | |
Resveratrol has antioxidant properties and may protect retinal cells, potentially influencing RP1 expression. | ||||||
Curcumin | 458-37-7 | sc-200509 sc-200509A sc-200509B sc-200509C sc-200509D sc-200509F sc-200509E | 1 g 5 g 25 g 100 g 250 g 1 kg 2.5 kg | $37.00 $69.00 $109.00 $218.00 $239.00 $879.00 $1968.00 | 47 | |
Curcumin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which might benefit retinal cells and influence RP1 expression. | ||||||
Xanthophyll | 127-40-2 | sc-220391 sc-220391A | 25 mg 100 mg | $250.00 $900.00 | 2 | |
Lutein is known for its role in eye health and could potentially influence the expression of retinal proteins like RP1. | ||||||
Zeaxanthin | 144-68-3 | sc-205544 sc-205544A | 500 µg 1 mg | $270.00 $463.00 | 5 | |
Zeaxanthin, like lutein, is important for eye health and may affect the expression of proteins involved in retinal function. | ||||||
D,L-Sulforaphane | 4478-93-7 | sc-207495A sc-207495B sc-207495C sc-207495 sc-207495E sc-207495D | 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg 1 g 10 g 250 mg | $153.00 $292.00 $489.00 $1325.00 $8465.00 $933.00 | 22 | |
Sulforaphane activates Nrf2, a regulator of oxidative stress response, potentially affecting RP1 expression. | ||||||
(−)-Epigallocatechin Gallate | 989-51-5 | sc-200802 sc-200802A sc-200802B sc-200802C sc-200802D sc-200802E | 10 mg 50 mg 100 mg 500 mg 1 g 10 g | $43.00 $73.00 $126.00 $243.00 $530.00 $1259.00 | 11 | |
EGCG, with its antioxidant properties, might influence the expression of genes related to retinal health. | ||||||
Zinc | 7440-66-6 | sc-213177 | 100 g | $48.00 | ||
Zinc is important for eye health and may play a role in regulating genes involved in retinal function. | ||||||