Properties
Description
Phytolacca americana lectin (PWM) specially binds to GlcNAcβ(1-4)GlcNAc and [Galβ(1-4)GlcNAc]2. This product can be used in visualize localization of specific saccharide moieties and distribution of plasma membrane glycoproteins.
Biological Source
Pokeweed
Carbonhydrate Specificity
GlcNAcβ(1-4)GlcNAc; [Galβ(1-4)GlcNAc]2
Potency
PWM (< 0.5 mg/mL) agglutinates neuraminidase treated human red blood cells.
Buffer
0.01 M PBS (pH 7.2)
Preservative
0.05% sodium azide
Applications
Visualize localization of specific saccharide moieties and distribution of plasma membrane glycoproteins.
