Venom of Latrodectus mactans
Product Details
| Product ID | PTX-SPV-L3000 |
|---|---|
| Name | Latrodectus mactans |
| Common Name(s) | black widow, alpha-latrotoxin, neurotransmitter release, latrophilin |
| Origin | Wild-caught (USA). |
| 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 | €350.00 |
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Species Protection Status
| IUCN Status | Not Evaluated |
|---|---|
| CITES | See CITES Appendices |
| Local | Check Local Regulations |
Product Technical Documents
Description & Applications
Product Description
Latrodectus mactans venom contains Alpha-Latrotoxin, a large protein that causes massive, calcium-independent release of neurotransmitters by forming pores in pre-synaptic membranes.
Research Applications
- Synaptic Transmission: Mechanisms of vesicle fusion and exocytosis.
- Receptor Identification: Discovery of latrophilins and neurexins.
Latrodectus mactans
Topical Silo Spider Venoms
This reagent is part of our authenticated Spider Venoms collection.
Browse all Spider Venoms → Taxonomy Authenticated
Class: Arachnida
Order: Araneae
Genus: Latrodectus
Species: Latrodectus mactans
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