L2785

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Lectin from Dolichos biflorus (horse gram)

lyophilized powder

Synonym:Dolichos biflorus agglutinin, DBA

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Description

Analysis NoteAgglutination activity is expressed in μg/ml and is determined from serial dilutions in phosphate buffered saline, pH 6.8, of a 1 mg per mL solution. This activity is the lowest concentration to agglutinate a 2% suspension of human blood group A1 erythrocytes after 1 hour incubation at 25 °C.
Biochem/physiol ActionsDBA has anti-A1 human blood group specificity, useful for distinguishing between A1 and A2 blood types. DBA has strong anti-Cad activity,1 and has an affinity for terminal N-acetyl-α-D-galactosaminyl residues.2 Conjugates are prepared from affinity purified lectin.
Preparation NotePurified by affinity chromatography.

Properties

formlyophilized powder
potency<20 μg per mL agglutination activity
total impurities salt, essentially free
storage temp.−20°C

Safety

Personal Protective EquipmentEyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
WGK Germany3

References

Cited Reference1. Bird, G. W. G. Blood 21, 366, (1970)
 2. Etzler, M. E., Kabat, E. A. Biochemistry 9, 869, (1970)
referenceEtzler, M. E. Meth. Enzymol. 28, 340, (1972)