A Novel Ca 2+ Indicator for Long-term Tracking of Intracellular Calcium Flux
Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: The major drawback of using Fluo-4 AM is that it requires an organic anion transporter inhibitor, such as probenecid, to prevent leakage. This can hinder the studies that require extended monitoring time and longer cellular retention. To address the issue, a novel Ca2+ indicator, Calbryte 520 AM, was developed. We compared the performance of Fluo-4 AM and Calbryte 520 AM following prolonged incubation periods after cell loading. Cells loaded with Calbryte 520 AM retained the dye for up to 24 h while exhibiting significant fluorescence brightness and superior Fmax/F0 ratios (Fmax: fluorescence intensity upon stimulation; F0: intensity before stimulation). It demonstrated that the longer retention of Calbryte 520 AM can be exploited to accommodate for the extended time required when monitoring calcium dynamics.
Source: BioTechniques
Authors: Jinfang Liao, Deven Patel, Qin Zhao, Ruogu Peng, Haitao Guo, Zhenjun Diwu
Language: English
Subfield: Biophysics
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,415
OpenAlex ID: W3160957238