L1394

Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat)

agarose conjugate, saline suspension

• Synonym(s): WGA, Wheat germ agglutinin
• UNSPSC Code: 12352202
• NACRES: NA.32

Properties

• conjugate: agarose conjugate
• Quality Level: 200
• form: saline suspension
• extent of labeling: ~6 mg per mL
• matrix: 4% agarose
• matrix activation: cyanogen bromide
• matrix spacer: 1 atom
• particle size: 45-165 μm
• capacity: ≥0.5 mg/mL binding capacity (ovomucoid)
• storage temp.: 2-8°C

Description

Application

Used for the purification of glycoproteins containing (D-N-acetylglucosamine)₂ or N-acetylneuraminic acid.

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.

Physical form

Suspension in 0.9% NaCl containing 15 mM Sodium azide.

Preparation Note

Conjugates are prepared from affinity purified lectin.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 3