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P0184

Sigma-Aldrich

Pseudomonas exotoxin A from Pseudomonas aeruginosa

lyophilized powder

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CAS Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352200
NACRES:
NA.77

form

lyophilized powder

Quality Level

composition

Protein, ~30% E1%/280

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

Pseudomonas exotoxin A is secreted by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is a member of the family mono-ADP-ribosyltransferases.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Pseudomonas exotoxin A functions as an anticancer agent.
It catalyses the transfer of ADP-ribose moiety of NAD+ to the histidine imidazole ring of diphthamide.
Shown to be toxic to animals and to cell lines, and to inhibit protein synthesis via ADP ribosylation of elongation factor 2.

Packaging

Package size based on protein content.

Physical form

Lyophilized powder containing Tris buffer, EDTA, NaCl and lactose

Pictograms

Skull and crossbones

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 3 Dermal - Acute Tox. 3 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 3 Oral

Storage Class Code

6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects

WGK

WGK 3

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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