Main endogenous inhibitory neurotransmitter. Activates ionotropic GABAA and GABAA-ρ receptors and metabotropic GABAB receptors. Also induces α-cell-mediated β-like endocrine cell neogenesis in vivo.
Solubility & Handling
Solubility overview
Soluble in water (100mM)
Storage instructions
Room temperature
Storage of solutions
Prepare and use solutions on the same day if possible. Store solutions at -20°C for up to one month if storage is required. Equilibrate to RT and ensure the solution is precipitate free before use.
Shipping Conditions
Stable for ambient temperature shipping. Follow storage instructions on receipt.
Important
This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use. Not for human or veterinary use.
Synthesis of neurotransmitter GABA via the neuronal tricarboxylic acid cycle is elevated in rats with liver cirrhosis consistent with a high GABAergic tone in chronic hepatic encephalopathy.