Properties
Description
Some lectins trigger mitogenic activities in differentiated or resting cells. These lectins do not cause toxicity. A right concentration of affinity-purified Concanavalin A (Con A) is provided in a sterile solution for stimulating cells that respond to the lectin.
Biological Source
Jack bean
Carbonhydrate Specificity
α-D-Mannose; α-D-Glucose; Branched mannose
Inhibiting or Eluting Sugar
α-Methylmannoside and α-Methylglucoside
Blood Group Specificity
Relatively weak blood agglutinin
Applications
Cell culture
