Monosialoganglioside GM3, bovine

Bovine brain tissue.

Known as the main extraneuronal ganglioside. Useful as a substrate for sialidase, after this treatment gives the corresponding lactosylceramide. Also known as the co-receptor of cell growth factor (EGF and FGF). Antibodies to GM3 inhibit 3T3 and NIL cell growth.

Purity more than 98 % by HPTLC. MW 1179

Lyophilized from water solution.

Before and after reconstitution at -20 °C (between -15 and -30 °C allowed)

This product is sold for research use only. Standard Laboratory Practices should be followed when handling this material.

See all Gangliosides references.