Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat)
SIGMA/L1882 - agarose conjugate, saline suspension
Synonym: WGA; Wheat germ agglutinin
Product Type: Chemical
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| capacity | ≥0.1 mg/mL binding capacity (ovomucoid) |
| conjugate | agarose conjugate |
| extent of labeling | 5-10 mg per mL |
| form | saline suspension |
| matrix | cross-linked 4% beaded agarose |
| matrix activation | cyanogen bromide |
| Quality Level | 200  |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| Application: | Used for the purification of glycoproteins containing ( |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Lectins are known to be useful in glycoconjugate characterizing, imaging and targeting. They specifically interact with oligosaccharides, glycoproteins and glycolipids. Hence, lectins are used in microarray assays, enabling efficient glycome profiling. In plants and fungi, lectins defend against pathogens or feeders. They are also involved in host recognition and tissue adhesion. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | WGA is not blood group specific but has an affinity for N-acetyl-β- |
| General description: | Lectins are carbohydrate-binding proteins, found in fungi, plants and animals. The secondary structure of a lectin is rich in β-strands and possesses a carbohydrate binding sites on the surface. |
| Packaging: | 1, 5 mL in glass bottle |
| Physical form: | Suspension in 1.0 M NaCl containing 15 mM sodium azide |
| Preparation Note: | Conjugates are prepared from affinity purified lectin. |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
| UNSPSC | 12352202 |