Ricin is a protein toxin that is readily produced from castor beans (Lectin Ricinus communis) which inhibits protein synthesis.
Red blood cells agglutinate due to the presence of RCA (Ricinus communis agglutinin) a potent cytotoxin but a weak hemagglutinin.
Ricin and RCA are synthesized in the endosperm cells of maturing seeds, and are stored in an organelle called the "protein body", a vacuolar compartment.
When the mature seed germinates, the toxins are destroyed by hydrolysis within a few days.
Applications:Suitable for use in ELISA.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions:Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at 4°C for short-term only.
Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
Store at -20°C.
Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months.
For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
仕様
Size：100ug
Host：rabbit
Grade：Affinity Purified
Purity：Purified by Protein G affinity chromatography.
Form：Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.4., 0.09% sodium azide. No stabilizing proteins added.
Specificity：Recognizes RCA60 (RCA II).
Isotype：IgG
Calc Applications Abbrev：E
Immunogen：Ricin communis (RCA60, Castor bean) native protein.
