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ConA, Unconjugated

CAT: 0436-LE-6882-10Size: 10 mgDry Ice: NoHazardous: No
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CAT#:0436-LE-6882-10Size:10 mg
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Description
Concanavalin A is a lectin protein (MW 104kDa), homotetramer 26 kDa; originally extracted from the jack-bean, Canavalia ensiformis. It binds specifically to certain structures found in various sugars α-mannosyl and α-glucosyl residues in glycoproteins.
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For research use only; not for use in diagnostic procedures. FOR IN VITRO LABORATORY USE ONLY
Label
ICT
Type
Lectins
Assay Protocol
Conjugation to Sepharose 4B (solid phase columns) to purify glycoproteins, and viral antigen isolation. For conjugation azide should be removed. Dilute in buffer containing 0.1 mM calcium chloride.
Concentration
10 mg/mL
Shipping Conditions
Ships overnight (domestic), International Priority Shipping
Storage Temperature
2-8°C
Target Description
Concanavalin A is a lectin protein (MW 104kDa), homotetramer 26 kDa; originally extracted from the jack-bean, Canavalia ensiformis. It binds specifically to certain structures found in various sugars α-mannosyl and α-glucosyl residues in glycoproteins. It was the first lectin to be available on a commercial basis and is widely used in biology and biochemistry to characterize glycoproteins and other sugar-containing entities. It is also used to purify macromolecules in lectin affinity chromatography. Concanavalin A interacts with diverse receptors containing mannose carbohydrates (serum and membrane glycoproteins).ConA agglutinate strongly erythrocytes without being blood group specific. Normal cell re agglutinated after trypsinisation. ConA is a also a lymphocyte mitogen.ConA reacts with many bacteria, like E. coli Dictyostelium discoideum et B. substilis It is also widely believed to be involved in the interaction between alpha-mannosyl oligosaccharides on the surface of the HIV virus and the human T cell lymphocyte.