Venom of Bitis gabonica
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1402 |
|---|---|
| Name | Bitis gabonica |
| Common Name(s) | gaboon viper, gabonin, serine protease, haemorrhagin |
| Origin | Wild-caught (West 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 | 250.00 |
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Species Protection Status
| IUCN Status | Vulnerable |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
The Gaboon Viper (Bitis gabonica) produces the highest yield of venom of any snake. Its venom is rich in serine proteases (like Gabonase) that directly clot fibrinogen, and other enzymes affecting the kallikrein-kinin system.
Research Applications
- Thrombosis Research: Investigation of defibrinogenating agents.
- Enzymology: Isolation of high-molecular-weight proteases.
Bitis gabonica
Taxonomic Classification
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Unknown
Genus: Bitis
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