Venom of Agkistrodon contortrix
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1202 |
|---|---|
| Name | Agkistrodon contortrix |
| Common Name(s) | copperhead, contortrostatin, fibrolase, disintegrin |
| Origin | Captive-bred (USA). |
| Purity | Whole Venom |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Packaging | In vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel. |
| Packaging | Price (€) | Quantity | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg | €180.00 |
| IUCN Status | Least Concern |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Description & Applications
Product Description
Agkistrodon contortrix venom is the source of contortrostatin, a homodimeric disintegrin that inhibits angiogenesis and tumor metastasis by blocking integrins. It also contains fibrolase, a direct-acting fibrinolytic enzyme.
Research Applications
- Oncology: Studying anti-angiogenic and anti-metastatic properties of disintegrins.
- Stroke Research: Investigating novel thrombolytic agents.
Agkistrodon contortrix
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