S9896

Saporin Peptide

lyophilized powder, from Saponaria officinalis seeds

• Synonym(s): Saponin Extract
• MDL number: MFCD00132219
• UNSPSC Code: 12352202
• NACRES: NA.32

Properties

• product name: Saporin from Saponaria officinalis seeds, lyophilized powder
• biological source: plant seeds (Saponaria officinalis)
• Quality Level: 200
• Assay: 10.00-30.00%
• form: lyophilized powder
• composition: Protein, ~20% Lowry
• technique(s): activity assay: suitable
• storage temp.: 2-8°C

Description

General description

Saporin from Saponaria officinalis seeds has an N-terminal domain which is β-stranded and a C-terminal domain which is α-helical. It is made up of 253 amino acids and has a molecular weight of 28,621Da.

Application

Saporin from Saponaria officinalis seeds has been used to study its antifungal activity against Fusarium verticillioides.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Saporin from Saponaria officinalis seeds is a ribosome inactivating protein. It is used for the preparation of immunoconjugates. It has been shown to induce the formation of micronuclei in cultured human lymphocytes, thereby reducing cell viability and enhancing apoptosis.

Packaging

Package size based on protein content.

Physical form

Lyophilized powder containing glucose and sodium phosphate buffer salts

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves