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Heparin sodium for assays

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

Heparin sodium

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About This Item

CAS Number:
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

heparin

manufacturer/tradename

USP

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

shipped in

dry ice

storage temp.

−20°C

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General description

Heparin Sodium is the sodium salt of sulfated glycosaminoglycans present in mammalian tissues, which has properties that can prevent blood clotting. It is usually obtained from the intestinal mucosa or other suitable tissues of domestic mammals used for food by humans. Heparin sodium is commonly administered for the prevention of deep venous thrombosis in both medical and surgical patients.
Heparin sodium for assays USP reference standard is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Heparin sodium for assays USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as:
  • Anticoagulant Heparin Solution
  • Heparin Sodium
  • Antithrombin III Human
  • Protamine Sulfate

Other Notes

This product is part of the USP Biologics program.
Sales restrictions may apply.

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Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 2

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable


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Edes T E and Sunderrajan E V
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