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Catalog Number | NAT-310 |
Product Name | Dextran Sulfate Sodium |
Description | Dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) is a sulfated polysaccharide with variable molecular weights. Administration of DSS causes human ulcerative colitis-like pathologies due to its toxicity to colonic epithelial cells, which results in compromised mucosal barrier function. |
Product overview | This product can be used in the studies on dextran sulfate for inducing colitis in experimental animals. Recommend concentration of dinking water is 2-4% for mouse and 3.5-5% for rat. |
Morphology & Appearance | Powder |
Molecular weight | 35-55kDa |
pH | 5.0-6.5 |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water. |
Storage | Store at room temperature. |
Application | Dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) is used to induce intestinal inflammation in experimental animals. |