Glucan from baker’s yeast (S. cerevisiae)
SIGMA/G5011 - ≥98.00%
Synonym: Glucosan
CAS Number: 9012-72-0
EC Number: 232-739-1
MDL Number: MFCD00466924
Product Type: Chemical
Yeast b-Glucan Polymer of b-(1-3)-D-glucopyranosyl units with branching at b-(1-6)-D-glucopyranosyl units.
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This image depicts SKU: G5011-100MG
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| assay | ≥98.00% |
| biological source | bakers yeast (S. cerevisiae) |
| color | white to faint yellow |
| form | powder |
| Quality Level | 200  |
| solubility | water: 9.80-10.20 mg/mL, turbid, colorless to light yellow |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| Application: | Glucan from baker′s yeast (S. cerevisiae) has been used: • for immune stimulation • to stimulate mRNA expression of a sigma class glutathione S-transferase (GST) in hemocytes • to study its effects in rainbow trout intestinal epithelial cell line (RTgutGC) |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Glucan enhances anti-infectious immunity, prevents cancer growth, lowers stress and reduces cholesterol level. It has immunostimulatory property. It maintains blood sugar level and rejuvenates skin. |
| General description: | Glucan is a natural polysaccharide. They are carbohydrates forming structural components, which is found in the cell walls of yeast, fungi, seaweed and cereals. |
| Other Notes: | To gain a comprehensive understanding of our extensive range of Polysaccharides for your research, we encourage you to visit our Carbohydrates Category page. |
| Packaging: | 25, 100 mg in poly bottle |
| Preparation Note: | Prepared by the method of Bacon, et al. |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | ≥98.00% |
| Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
| UNSPSC | 12352201 |