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EGTA/AM (CAS 99590-86-0)

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Alternate Names:
Ethyleneglycol-bis(β-aminoethyl)-N,N,N′,N′-tetraacetoxymethyl Ester
Application:
EGTA/AM is a membrane-permeable form of the EGTA Ca2+-chelating agent
CAS Number:
99590-86-0
Purity:
≥90%
Molecular Weight:
668.6
Molecular Formula:
C26H40N2O18
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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EGTA/AM is a membrane-permeable form of the EGTA Ca2+-chelating agent. EGTA acetoxymethyl ester (EGTA-AM) is an organic compound that finds extensive use in diverse scientific research applications. It is a derivative of ethylene glycol-bis(2-aminoethyl ether)-N,N,N′,N′-tetraacetic acid (EGTA) and serves as useful in laboratory experiments. One of its prominent applications lies in the investigation of calcium ions′ impact on cellular processes, owing to its ability to chelate calcium ions and modulate their concentrations within the cell. Moreover, EGTA-AM is employed to explore cell membrane potentials by binding to the cell membrane and influencing its permeability. Furthermore, it enables the study of calcium ions′ effects on cell metabolism and enzyme activity, providing insights into cellular mechanisms.


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EGTA/AM, 10 mg

sc-203937
10 mg
$267.00