Dextran, 40,000, Powder
Introducing Dextran, 40,000, a highly specialized complex branched glucan meticulously synthesized by lactic acid bacteria, specifically Leuconostoc mesenteroides, from sucrose. This versatile powder is essential for various applications in both medical and laboratory settings.
Key Features:
- Osmotic Agent: Dextran serves as an effective osmotic agent, critical in treating hypovolemia and minimizing the risk of vascular thrombosis during microsurgery.
- Biological Applications: In laboratory research, it is utilized to apply osmotic pressure to biological molecules, fostering concentration gradients when combined with fluorescent markers.
- Chemical Composition: The average molecular weight of Dextran ranges from 35,000 to 50,000, ensuring its functionality in diverse biochemical processes.
Specifications:
| Chemical Characteristics |
40,000 |
| Chemical Comments |
Glucose polymer produced by the action of the bacteria, Leuconostoc mesenteroides on a sucrose substrate. |
| Chemical CAS Number |
9004-54-0 |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
Av. M.W. 35,000-50,000 |
| Chemical Specs |
- Appearance: White to slightly off-white powder
- Specific rotation: +192° to +203°
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| Chemical UPS Limit |
150 lb |
| Health Rating |
1 |
| Flammability Rating |
1 |
| Chemical Category |
Biotech Products |
