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Venom of Bothrops asper

Product Details
Product IDPTX-SNV-L1422
NameBothrops asper
Common Name(s)terciopelo, fer-de-lance, myotoxin, asperase
OriginWild-caught (Central America).
PurityWhole Venom
FormLyophilized powder
PackagingIn vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel.
Packaging and Prices
Packaging Price ($) Quantity Buy Now
100 mg 220.00
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Species Protection Status
IUCN StatusLeast Concern
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Description & Applications

Product Description

Bothrops asper is the most medically important snake in Central America. Its venom contains potent Phospholipase A2 (PLA2) myotoxins and metalloproteinases responsible for severe tissue necrosis and coagulopathy.

Research Applications

  • Myotoxicity Models: Studying the mechanism of muscle necrosis induced by PLA2s.
  • Antivenom Efficacy: A key reference venom for testing neutralizing capacity of antivenoms.
Bothrops asper specimen

Bothrops asper

Taxonomic Classification
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Unknown
Genus: Bothrops