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L1882

Lectin from Triticum vulgaris (wheat)

agarose conjugate, saline suspension

Synonym(s):

WGA, Wheat germ agglutinin

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NACRES:
NA.32
UNSPSC Code:
12352202
Form:
saline suspension
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conjugate

agarose conjugate

Quality Level

200

form

saline suspension

extent of labeling

5-10 mg per mL

matrix

cross-linked 4% beaded agarose

matrix activation

cyanogen bromide

capacity

≥0.1 mg/mL binding capacity (ovomucoid)

storage temp.

2-8°C

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.

Application

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

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.
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 1.0 M NaCl containing 15 mM sodium azide

Preparation Note

Conjugates are prepared from affinity purified lectin.

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Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk

WGK 3

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Certificates of Analysis (COA)

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097K4117
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116K4131
116K4130
101H4016

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Protocols

Column Packing and Preparation Protocol for Affinity Chromatography

This page shows how to perform column packing and preparation for affinity chromatography when using Tricorn™ or XK columns available from Cytiva.

Performing a Purification of Glycoproteins and Polysaccharides with Agarose Wheat Germ Lectin

This page shows how to purify glycoproteins and polysaccharides by affinity chromatography using Agarose Wheat Germ Lectin.

Sample Preparation for Affinity Chromatography

This page shows how to prepare samples for purification with affinity chromatography.

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Articles

Affinity Chromatography Troubleshooting

This page shows how to solve practical problems that may occur when running an affinity chromatography column.

Lectin Selection Guide: A Useful Guide for Selecting the Right Lectin

Find the right lectin for your research with our lectin selection guide, organized by lectin source/species, carbohydrate specificity, blood group specificity, and more.

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Global Trade Item Number

SKUGTIN
L1882-1ML04061838163929
L1882-5ML04061838163936