Synonym: DEXTRAN 40
CAS Number: 9004-54-0
Linear Formula : (C6H10O5)n
EC Number: 232-677-5
MDL Number: MFCD00130935
Application
Dextran is a branched glucan composed of linear α(1→6) linked glucose units and α (1→3) link initiated branches. Dextran ranges in size from 10,000 to 150,000 Kd. Dextrans are used in many applications as volume extenders, stabilizers, matrix components, binding platforms, lubricants and physical structure components. Dextran 40 is used in the development of new improved preservation solutions for organ transplantation. Dextran 40 may be used to determine cell tightness and flux parameters across cell layers. Dextran 40 is used as a colloidal plasma volume extender.
Mol. Wt.: Mr ~40,000
Loss: ≤7% loss on drying
Absorption: A10%/375 nm, H2O ≤0.05