Venom of Apis mellifera
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-INV-L4105 |
|---|---|
| Name | Apis mellifera |
| Common Name(s) | honey bee, melittin, apamin, allergen, PLA2 |
| Origin | Apiary collected. |
| Purity | Whole Venom (>95% protein) |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Packaging | In vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel. |
Packaging and Prices
| Packaging | Price ($) | Quantity | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg | 100.00 |
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Species Protection Status
| IUCN Status | Data Deficient |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
Apis mellifera venom is one of the most widely used natural products in biomedical research. It contains melittin (a cytolytic peptide comprising ~50% of dry weight), apamin (a selective blocker of small-conductance Ca2+-activated K+ channels), and Phospholipase A2 (a major allergen and inflammatory mediator).
Research Applications
- Immunology: Standard for IgE quantification and allergy research.
- Neuroscience: Apamin is a critical tool for studying afterhyperpolarization in neurons.
- Oncology: Melittin is investigated for its pore-forming and cytotoxic properties in cancer cells.
Quality Control
Venom Supplies provides bee venom with defined melittin and PLA2 content, verified by HPLC. Low insoluble matter grade available for analytical applications.
Apis mellifera
Taxonomic Classification
Class: Insecta
Order: Hymenoptera
Family: Unknown
Genus: Apis
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