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Venom of Parabuthus transvaalicus

Product Details
Product IDPTX-SCV-L2040
NameParabuthus transvaalicus
Common Name(s)spitting scorpion, kurtoxin, bestoxin, calcium channel blocker
OriginWild-caught (South Africa).
PurityWhole Venom
FormLyophilized powder
PackagingIn vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel.
Packaging and Prices
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100 mg โ‚ฌ300.00
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Species Protection Status
IUCN StatusNot Evaluated
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Description & Applications

Product Description

Parabuthus transvaalicus venom contains Kurtoxin, the first known specific inhibitor of T-type voltage-gated calcium channels. It also contains unique sodium channel modifiers.

Research Applications

  • Calcium Signaling: Role of T-type channels in neuronal firing.
  • Epilepsy Research: Investigation of channelopathies involved in seizures.
Parabuthus transvaalicus specimen

Parabuthus transvaalicus

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Taxonomy Authenticated
Class: Arachnida
Order: Scorpiones
Genus: Parabuthus
Species: Parabuthus transvaalicus

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