L9637
Sigma
Lectin from Caragana arborescens (Siberian pea tree)
lyophilized powder, biotin conjugate
| Synonym: | Caragana arborescens agglutinin, CAA |
| MDL number: | MFCD01191479 |
Description
| Analysis Note | Agglutination activity is expressed in μg/ml and is determined from serial dilutions in phosphate buffered saline, pH 6.8, of a 1 mg/ml solution. This activity is the lowest concentration to agglutinate a 2% suspension of human blood group A erythrocytes after 1 hr incubation at 25 °C. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions | CAA is not blood group specific but has an affinity for N-acetyl- |
| Physical form | Contains sodium citrate |
Properties
| form | lyophilized powder |
| composition | Protein, ~85% E |
| extent of labeling | 3-6 mol biotin per mol protein |
| conjugate | biotin conjugate |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
Safety
| WGK Germany | 3 |
References
| Cited Reference | 1. Bloch, R., et al. J. Biol. Chem. 251, 5929, (1976) |
