Vicia faba (VFA) (Cy3)

Cy3 can be used to visualize the binding pattern of Vicia faba Lectin (VFA) in cellular imaging and flow cytometry. Cy3 is more photostable than many other fluorophores and can be seen with TRITC filter sets. It is commonly combined with green-fluorescent dyes for dual-labeling

Source:
Fava bean

Blood Specificity:
Neuraminidase: Non-specific

Sugar Specificity:
Mannose

Inhibitory Carbohydrate:
Mannose > Glucose > N-Acetylglucosamine

Fluorescence:
Orange

Excitation:
550nm

Emission:
570nm

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. CY3 conjugates are sensitive to light.