Kainic Acid
Also known as: Kainate
Description
Kainic Acid is an Amino Acid that is an of Glutamic Acid and which functions as an Excitatory Neurotransmitter.
Biological Function of Kainic Acid
Nervous System
Kainic Acid functions as an Neurotransmitters - Stimulatory- Kainic Acid binds to and stimulates Kainate Receptors (a subtype of Glutamate Receptor):
Caution: excessive stimulation of Neurons by Kainic Acid causes neurotoxicity to the extent that researchers often used Kainic Acid for research purposes to DESTROY Neurons.
Toxic Effects of Kainic Acid
Eyes & Vision
Kainic Acid may damage the Retina.
Nervous System
Kainic Acid may cause Convulsions (seizures).
Kainic Acid may cause apoptosis (cell death) in the Hippocampus.
Kainic Acid may impair Learning ability.
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