Concanavalin A, Canavalia ensiformis, CAS 11028-71-0, is a carbohydrate-binding protein that agglutinates various animal cells. Restores the growth pattern of tumor cells to that of normal cells.
Synonym(s):
Concanavalin A, Canavalia ensiformis, Con A, Jack Bean Hemagglutinin
≤20 μg/mL lectin agglutination activity (as determined from serial dilutions of a 1 mg/mL solution)
manufacturer/tradename
Calbiochem®
storage condition
OK to freeze
pI
4.5 - 5.5
storage temp.
2-8°C
General description
Carbohydrate-binding protein that agglutinates various animal cells. Also known to restore the growth pattern of tumor cells to that of normal cells. T lymphocyte activator. Has binding sites for metal ions, α-D-mannose, and α-D-glucose.
Carbohydrate-binding protein that agglutinates various animal cells. Also known to restore the growth pattern of tumor cells to that of normal cells. T lymphocyte activator. Has binding sites for metal ions, α-D-mannose, and α-D-glucose. Has a pI of 4.5-5.5.
Warning
Toxicity: Harmful (C)
Preparation Note
To dissolve, add Con A slowly to a solution of 10 mM HEPES buffered saline, 100 µM CaCl₂, pH 8.5. Allow the lectin to dissolve without agitation.
Reconstitution
Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C) or add 0.08% NaN₃ and refrigerate (4°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 6 months at -20°C or for up to 3 months at 4°C.
Analysis Note
The agglutination activity is the lowest conc. to agglutinate a 2% suspension of human erythrocytes after 1 hr incubation at 25°C; requires type A human blood.
Other Notes
Gantner, F., et al. 1995. Hepatology 21, 190.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
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