Description of Phytohemagglutinin PHA from Watson Biotechnology Co., Ltd
Basic Information of Phytohemagglutinin PHA |
Product Name | Phytohemagglutinin PHA |
CAS NO. | 9008-97-3 |
Apperance | Light yellow freeze-dried powder |
Pacakge | 10G/Bag |
MOQ | 10G |
Storage | Cool and dry place |
Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Brand | Watson |
Specifications(COA) of Phytohemagglutinin PHA-M CAS 9008-97-3
Items | Specification | Result |
Appearance | White to yellow | Light yellow freeze-dried powder |
Clarity | Should be Clear | 20mg/ml Clear |
Active component sugar content | ＞10% | 11.8% |
lymphocyte transforming activity | ＞50% | 60.5% |
Cell agglutination activity | ≤62.5μg/ml | 52μg/ml |
Conclution | QUALIFIED |
Phytohemagglutinin (PHA) is a plant-derived lectin, particularly found in beans like red kidney beans. It has several important applications, primarily in biological and medical research:
1. Immunology and Cell Biology Research:
- Mitogen for Lymphocytes: PHA is commonly used as a mitogen to stimulate the division and proliferation of lymphocytes, particularly T-cells, in vitro. This property is leveraged in research to study immune responses, cell cycle dynamics, and the functionality of immune cells.
- Cell Culture Studies: It is used to activate lymphocytes in cell culture studies to produce cytokines or for other immune assays.
2. Clinical Diagnostics:
- Lymphocyte Transformation Test: PHA is used in diagnostic tests to assess the functionality of the immune system. For instance, in cases of suspected immunodeficiency, the response of lymphocytes to PHA can be measured to evaluate their ability to proliferate.
3. Cancer Research:
- PHA is sometimes used in cancer research to study the effects of immune activation on tumor cells, as well as the interactions between immune cells and cancer cells.
4. Toxicology:
- PHA's ability to agglutinate red blood cells is used in studying the effects of various substances on cell membranes and cellular functions. It can also help in understanding the toxicological effects of different compounds.
5. Nutritional and Food Safety Research:
- PHA is involved in research related to food safety, particularly in studying the toxic effects of consuming raw or improperly cooked beans, as it can cause red blood cell agglutination and other toxic effects when ingested in large amounts.
6. Gastroenterology Research:
- Due to its effects on the gut, PHA is used to study gut permeability and the interaction of dietary lectins with the intestinal lining.
While PHA has these useful applications in research and diagnostics, it is important to note that it can be toxic when consumed in large amounts, hence the caution in dietary contexts.
FAQ From Watson Biotechnology Co., Ltd |
Q | Can I get a sample for free ? |
A | For small QTY and low value product, we can provide sample for free exclude shipping cost. For high value sample, we will charge the basic sample cost, but we can refund all the cost if customers place order after sample test. |
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Q | How to confirm the product quality before placing orders ? |
A | Most of our products confirm to international standards like USP/EP/BP/JP/CP. We will provide COA/TDS/MSDS for customers to confirm the specification before placing order. |
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Q | What is the payment you accept? |
A | For small and low value order, we accept CreditCard, MaterCard,VISA,Western Union and T/T.For large order, we can do T/T and L/C. Any pay on delivery or pay-after are not available for us. |
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Q | What is your shipment way ? |
A | For less than 100kg gross weight order will ship with courier like FedEx or UPS, we support customers to place courier orders remotely by their account, we will package the goods well and wait for pick up.For more than 100kg goods, we will transport by Air or Sea according to customers' requirement. |
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Q | How long is your after-sales service? |
A | We accept customer’s quality complaint in three month after customer received the goods. We provide tech.support for all-life if customer place order from our company. |
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Q | How do you treat quality complaint ? |
A | We support customer to provide our products to any rightful third party testing organization to test our products according to the COA specification, if the test result is confirm with COA, we will take all the loss for customers. |
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Wuhan, Hubei, China, Watson Biotechnology Co., Ltd is a leading manufacturing powerhouse specializing in the production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Intermediates, Food and Feed Additives, Agricultural and Aquaculture chemicals, and Fine Chemicals. As a dedicated factory, our operations are driven by a commitment to excellence and innovation, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.
With a robust team of over 100 skilled professionals, Watson Biotechnology has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. Our products are meticulously crafted to align with international standards such as USP (United States Pharmacopeia), EP (European Pharmacopoeia), and BP (British Pharmacopoeia), guaranteeing reliability and efficacy.
At Watson Biotechnology, we pride ourselves on our cutting-edge facilities and state-of-the-art technology, which enable us to deliver superior products that cater to a diverse range of needs across various sectors. Our dedication to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction drives us to maintain stringent quality control processes and foster an environment of innovation and growth.
Watson Biotechnology Co., Ltd is a professional manufacturer which provide Phytohemagglutinin PHA with good quality and best price, welcome to contact us to get COA/TDS/MSDS of Phytohemagglutinin PHA.
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