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β-Glucan, Saccharomyces cerevisiae
A major structural element of the yeast cell wall having a β1,3-glucan linear structure with a small number of β1,6-glucan branches. Has been shown to induce an oxidative burst response from NR8383 cells.
Synonym(s):
β-Glucan, Saccharomyces cerevisiae
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Assay
≥95% β-glucan basis
form
solid
manufacturer/tradename
Calbiochem®
storage condition
OK to freeze
color
off-white
solubility
water: insoluble (Use as a suspension.)
shipped in
ambient
storage temp.
15-25°C
General description
A major structural element of the yeast cell wall having a β1,3-glucan linear structure with a small number of β1,6-glucan branches. Has been shown to induce an oxidative burst response from NR8383 cells. M.W. 200,000 (avg.). Insoluble in H2O. Forms suspension in basic solution.
Application
- A Comparative Study of Composition and Soluble Polysaccharide Content between Brewer′s Spent Yeast and Cultured Yeast Cells.: This study compares the composition and soluble polysaccharide content of brewer′s spent yeast and cultured yeast cells, highlighting the potential applications of yeast-derived ß-glucan in food industries (Lee et al., 2024). (Lee et al., 2024).
- Attenuation of inflammatory bowel disease by oral administration of mucoadhesive polydopamine-coated yeast ß-glucan via ROS scavenging and gut microbiota regulation.: This article explores the therapeutic potential of yeast ß-glucan in managing inflammatory bowel disease through oxidative stress reduction and gut microbiota modulation (Yang et al., 2024). (Yang et al., 2024).
- Beta-Glucan as a Soluble Dietary Fiber Source: Origins, Biosynthesis, Extraction, Purification, Structural Characteristics, Bioavailability, Biofunctional Attributes, Industrial Utilization, and Global Trade.: This comprehensive review covers the various aspects of ß-glucan, emphasizing its dietary benefits and industrial applications (Singla et al., 2024). (Singla et al., 2024).
Warning
Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)
Other Notes
Galbraith, W., et al. 1998. Glycobiology 8, abstract 106.
Stone, B.A., and Clark, A.E. 1992. in Chemistry and Biology of (1,3)-β-Glucans, La Trobe University Press, Australia.
Stone, B.A., and Clark, A.E. 1992. in Chemistry and Biology of (1,3)-β-Glucans, La Trobe University Press, Australia.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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