Domoic acid is an excitatory amino acid isolated from the red alga Chondria armata Okamura, Rhodomelaceae. Domoic acid shown to be responsible for amnesic shellfish poisoning associated with ingestion of certain cultured blue mussels. Domoic acid is a structural analog of Kainic acid. Potent agonist at receptors for excitatory amino acids glutamate and kainate; has highest affinity for AMPA/kainate receptor of any kainate agonist; causes excessive excitation of neurons leading to depletion of energy stores.
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. Amber Vial, Hygroscopic, Under Inert Atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
