GT1b-Oligosaccharide

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SKU:: 297632
Molecular Weight:: 1581.39
Purity:: ≥85%
Storage Conditions:: 4°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 75663-36-4
Format:: White to off-white solid
Extra Details:: Oligosaccharide moiety from the trisialylated glycosphingolipid GT1b of b-series, which is one of the major gangliosides in neuronal and glial membranes. The compound interacts with myelin-associated glycoprotein (MAG) and is essential for long-term axon-myelin stability. GT1b ganglioside also acts as receptor for bacterial toxins such as tetanus and botulinum toxins as well as for viruses, a few examples include Merkel cell polyomavirus, JC virus, BK virus, norovirus and others. CAS No: 75663-36-4 Molecular Formula: C59H96N4O45 Molecular Weight: 1581.39 Appearance: White to off-white solid Purity: ≥85% Storage and Stability: Store at 4°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.