Quisqualic Acid (beta-(3,5-Dioxo-1,2,4-oxadiazolidin-2-yl)-L-alanine, 3-(3,5-Dioxo-1,2,4-oxadiazolidin-2-yl)-L-alanine)

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SKU:: 217726
Molecular Weight:: 189.13
Purity:: ≥98% (TLC)
Storage Conditions:: 4°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 52809-07-1
Format:: Supplied as a white powder.
Extra Details:: A potent agonist highly selective for group I (EC50 ≤3uM) over group II and III mGlu receptors (EC50 >40uM) and a potent agonist of AMPA receptors. Often used for inducing excitotoxic lesions of basal forebrain cholinergic neurons and spinal neurons. Synonyms: β-(3,5-Dioxo-1,2,4-oxadiazolidin-2-yl)-L-alanine, 3-(3,5-Dioxo-1,2,4-oxadiazolidin-2-yl)-L-alanine CAS No: 52809-07-1 Formula: C5H7N3O5 Solubility: H2O, 1M NH4OH, or 0.1M HCl Primary Target: Group II and III mGlu receptors Molar Mass: 189.13 Appearance: Supplied as a white powder. Purity: ≥98% (TLC) Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4°C. Do not freeze. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.