Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat), BioReagent, cell culture tested, lyophilized powder

Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat), BioReagent, cell culture tested, lyophilized powder

Stock Code: 3587025
Manufacturer Part No: L0636-5MG
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Application


Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat) has been used:to conjugate with N-hydroxysuccinimide (NHS) dyeto inhibit nuclear importto inhibit the nuclear pore of human cervical carcinoma HeLa and SiHa cells


Biochem/physiol Actions


WGA is not blood group specific but has an affinity for N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminyl residues and N-acetyl-β-D-glucosamine oligomers. WGA contains no protein-bound carbohydrate.


Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat) possessing four binding sites is specific for N-acetyl-d-glucosamine and N-acetyl-d-neuraminic acid (sialic acid) residues. Lectins also function as a fungicide. They also possess anti-nutritive effects.


General description


Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat) is a dimeric glycoprotein of 36 kDa. It belongs to the family of chitin-binding proteins. Glycosylated precursor of lectin is synthesized in endoplasmic reticulum.


Other Notes


Highly purified


Preparation Note


Conjugates are prepared from affinity purified lectin.

Quality Level200
ManufacturerSIGMA-ALDRICH
Technique(s)cell culture - mammalian: suitable
Product LineBioReagent
Storage Temp.2-8°C
Impuritiessalt, essentially free
Formlyophilized powder

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