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Specifications

Artocarpus integrifolia lectin (Jacalin, AIA) is a glycoprotein composed of two subunits (10kD, 16kD) which bind to O-glycoside-linked oligosaccharides, binding both the mono- and di-sialylated forms.
Catalog #	A3590
Applications	Suitable for use in purification of human serum IgA and other immunoglobulins.
	Primary affinity for terminal a-galactose residues and T-antigen which has a terminal b-galactose residue. It does not bind to b-galactose structures as found in lactose.
Activity	< 0.5ug/ml will agglutinate neuraminidase treated human erythrocytes.
Inhibitory Carbohydrate	a-galactose
Carbohydrate Specificity	a-galactose
Storage and Stability	Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile buffer. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Reconstituted product is stable for 6 months at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Molecular Weight	52kD
Source	Artocarpus altilis (Jackfruit), A. altilis 'Seminifera' (Breadfruit).
Purity	Purified by affinity chromatography.
Form	Supplied as a lyophilized powder in PBS, pH 7.2-7.4. Reconstitution: Reconstitute with sterile buffer to 1mg/ml.
Important Note	This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Alternate names	Jacalin; Brazil jackfruit; Breadfruit; AIA