All-Trans Retinoic Acid, 50 mg

All-Trans Retinoic Acid, 50 mg

Manufacturer: STEMCELL Technologies. All-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) is a biologically active retinoid used to induce differentiation and regulate gene transcription via RAR/RXR signaling in a variety of cell models.

Practical notes: prepare small-volume DMSO or ethanol stocks, protect from light and oxygen, and store frozen. Determine working concentration empirically for differentiation or signaling experiments.

• Solubility: soluble in DMSO or ethanol.
• Storage: store at -20°C protected from light.
• Safety: handle as potentially teratogenic; for research use only.