Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat)
SIGMA/L0636 - suitable for cell culture, BioReagent, lyophilized powder
Synonym: WGA; Wheat germ agglutinin
Product Type: Chemical
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| form | lyophilized powder |
| impurities | salt, essentially free |
| product line | BioReagent |
| Quality Level | 200  |
| sterility | aseptically processed |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| technique(s) | cell culture | mammalian: suitable |
| Application: | Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat) has been used: • to conjugate with N-hydroxysuccinimide (NHS) dye • to inhibit nuclear import • to inhibit the nuclear pore of human cervical carcinoma HeLa and SiHa cells |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | 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. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | WGA is not blood group specific but has an affinity for N-acetyl-β- |
| 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. |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
| UNSPSC | 12352202 |