Venom of Bothrops asper
| Product ID | PTX-SNV-L1422 |
|---|---|
| Name | Bothrops asper |
| Common Name(s) | terciopelo, fer-de-lance, myotoxin, asperase |
| Origin | Wild-caught (Central America). |
| Purity | Whole Venom |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Packaging | In vacuum sealed glass vials, in secured parcel. |
| Packaging | Price (€) | Quantity | Buy Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg | €220.00 |
| IUCN Status | Least Concern |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
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
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