Concanavalin A

Synonym:    ConA
Application:    A compound that induces apoptosis
CAS Number:    11028-71-0
Purity:    ≥98%
Molecular Weight:    104000

Description
A plant lectin that is a T cell mitogen. It induces apoptosis in human fibroblasts.
Technical Information
Appearance:    Lyophilized powder
Physical State:    Solid
Derived from:    Canavalia ensiformis
Solubility:    Soluble in water(slightly hazy), and PBS (5 mg/mL, slightly hazy ).
Storage:    Store at -20° C
Safety and Reference Information
WGK Germany:    3
RTECS:    GK6890000
Merck Index:    14: 2495
MDL Number:    MFCD00071069
EC Number:    234-258-2