- Cat. No.
- A76777
o-Phenanthroline
Synonyms: 1,10-Phenanthroline
o-Phenanthroline is a potent matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitor that also acts as a metal chelator. It effectively prevents chromosomal aberrations in cells treated with streptozotocin. Within biological systems, o-Phenanthroline forms a stable red chelate with Fe2+, exhibiting peak absorbance at 510 nm. This compound is widely utilized in research applications focusing on metalloprotein interactions and cellular responses to stress.