Venom of Bitis arietans
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1400 |
|---|---|
| Name | Bitis arietans |
| Common Name(s) | puff adder, bitistatin, disintegrin, cytotoxin |
| Origin | Wild-caught (Africa). |
| Purity | Whole Venom |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Packaging | In vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel. |
Packaging and Prices
| Packaging | Price ($) | Quantity | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg | 150.00 |
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Species Protection Status
| IUCN Status | Least Concern |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
Bitis arietans venom is a complex mixture of cytotoxic and haemotoxic proteins. It is a primary source for Bitistatin, a potent disintegrin, and various serine proteases affecting the coagulation cascade.
Research Applications
- Anti-platelet Research: Source of RGD-containing disintegrins like Bitistatin.
- Cytotoxicity Assays: Studying tissue necrosis mechanisms.
Bitis arietans
Taxonomic Classification
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Unknown
Genus: Bitis
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