Concanavalin A (Con A) (Macrobeads)

These macrobeads are larger size (160-250 micron) than average agarose beads that facilitate coupling of cells and organelles and enzymes. Affinity-purified Concanavalin A (Jackbean) Lectin (Con A) was immobilized on 4% agarose macrobeads with proper configuration and stability of the lectin.

Source Antigen:
Jackbean

Blood Specificity:
Relatively weak blood agglutinin

Sugar Specificity:
alpha-Mannose, alpha-Glucose

Conjugate Specificity:
Agarose Beads

Inhibitory Carbohydrate:
alpha-Methylmannoside + alpha-Methylglucoside

Divalent Ions:
Ca++, Mn++

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4°C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.