Hemoglobin Protease Substrate
USP/1303750 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: Hemoglobin from bovine blood; Bovine hemoglobin; Hb; Methemoglobin
CAS Number: 9008-02-0
MDL Number: MFCD00131282
Product Type: Chemical
| application(s) | USP Biologics pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
| form | solid |
| format | neat |
| grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
| manufacturer/tradename | USP |
| mol wt | Mr ~64500 |
| storage temp. | −20°C |
| Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
| Application: | The solubility of α-elastin has been applied to construction of elastin-mimetic biomaterials. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Oxygen transporter, NO scavenger |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Oxygen transporter. The Fe2+/Fe3+ balance is a physiological indicator of blood oxygenation; deoxygenated hemoglobin accessorizes a feedback loop by reducing nitrite to NO, a vasodilator which enhances blood flow to oxygen-deprived tissues. |
| Disclaimer: | Since native hemoglobin is readily oxidized in air, these preparations may be predominantly methemoglobin. |
| General description: | Hemoglobin Protease Substrate is a chromogenic protein substrate used in enzymatic activity assays, particularly for protease quantification. The USP standard is used to evaluate the enzymatic cleavage of hemoglobin-derived peptides and supports system suitability in protease-based bioassays. The USP biologics proteins category provides critical standards and reference materials necessary for the development and manufacturing of therapeutic proteins. These proteins, which can be naturally derived or genetically engineered, are essential in treating various diseases and conditions, ensuring that they meet quality, safety, and efficacy standards. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics. |
| Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
| Other Notes: | This product is part of USP Biologics Program. |
| Other Notes: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including MSDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia   . |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Storage Temp. | −20°C |
| UNSPSC | 41116107 |