ACL/ACA
Colloidal gold can be used to visualize localization of specific saccharide moieties and examine the distribution of plasma membrane glycoproteins based on the binding pattern of Amaranthus caudatus Lectin (ACL/ACA). Colloidal gold labeled lectins can be viewed via electron microscopy.
Inhibitory Carbohydrate
Disialyzed Fetuin
Sugar Specificity
Galbeta; 3GalNAc
Blood Specificity
O > B > A (-SA) T antigen
Storage and Stability
May be stored at 4°C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4°C. Do not freeze. Aliquots are stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Gold conjugates are light sensitive.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, 0.02% sodium azide. Labeled with Gold.
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.