{"product_id":"musa-paradisiaca-lectin-banlec-cy5-2","title":"Musa paradisiaca Lectin (BanLec) - Cy5","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:1400px; margin:0 auto; padding:40px 20px; font-family:'Open Sans',sans-serif; font-weight:300; background:#fff; color:#333; font-size:0.95rem; box-sizing:border-box;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; flex-direction:column; gap:20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0; font-weight:600;\"\u003eMusa paradisiaca Lectin (BanLec) - Cy5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCatalog Number: B2025276 (1 mg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto; max-width:100%; margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:500px; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB2025276\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-8°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ea molecular tool for various biochemical applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:150px; padding-right:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBiotechnology grade. All products are highly pure. All solutions are made with Type I ultrapure water (resistivity \u0026gt;18 MΩ-cm) and are filtered through 0.22 um.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eScientific Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMusa paradisiaca Lectin (BanLec) - Cy5 is a carbohydrate-binding protein (lectin) derived from banana plants with high specificity for mannose and glucose.\nThis Cy5-conjugated lectin is widely utilized in glycoprotein research, cell identification, and diagnostic applications.\nBanLec exhibits strong binding affinity and excellent performance for a molecular tool for various biochemical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHigh specificity for mannose and glucose residues\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCy5-conjugated for fluorescence applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExcellent stability and reproducibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSuitable for cell sorting, immunofluorescence, and diagnostic assays\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Handling Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eStore at 2-8°C. The liquid formulation should be kept in its original container.\nAvoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. For optimal results, use appropriate pipetting techniques and store in the dark to preserve Cy5 fluorescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking concentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–10 µg\/mL (optimize for your assay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-8°C protected from light\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReaction conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically pH 7.0–8.0, 25–37°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e1 mg of Musa paradisiaca Lectin (BanLec) - Cy5 supplied as Liquid\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBiotechnology grade. All products are highly pure. All solutions are made with Type I ultrapure water (resistivity \u0026gt;18 MΩ-cm) and are filtered through 0.22 um. purity with high binding specificity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCy5-conjugated for immediate fluorescence applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFor research use only (RUO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eWhy Researchers Choose It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eHigh specificity for mannose and glucose targets\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eReliable Cy5 fluorophore for imaging and flow cytometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStable, pre-conjugated format ready to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eProven performance in cell biology and diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBiotechnology grade. All products are highly pure. All solutions are made with Type I ultrapure water (resistivity \u0026gt;18 MΩ-cm) and are filtered through 0.22 um. ensuring consistent results\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:30px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does BanLec bind to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBanLec has high affinity for mannose and glucose residues on glycoproteins and cell surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for flow cytometry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Cy5 conjugation is optimized for flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the Cy5 fluorescence last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore protected from light to maintain fluorescence. Cy5 is generally stable for months at 2-8°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat buffer should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhosphate-buffered saline (PBS) or other physiological pH buffers (7.0–8.0) are recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre custom conjugations available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Contact Blue Tiger Scientific for custom fluorophore conjugations or bulk quantities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-weight:bold; color:#c8102e;\"\u003eThis product is for Research Use Only (RUO). It is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use in humans or animals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n            \u003ch4\u003eReferences\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 0; margin: 0; list-style: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eSharon N, Lis H (2004). Plant Lectins: Applications in Diagnostics and Therapy. Journal of Biological Chemistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1074\/jbc.R400012200\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" title=\"View on DOI\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/Reference.png?v=1775409336\" alt=\"DOI Link\" style=\"height: 28px; width: auto;\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eRabinovich GA, Croci DO (2012). Lectin-carbohydrate interactions in the immune system. Immunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.immuni.2012.09.010\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" title=\"View on DOI\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/Reference.png?v=1775409336\" alt=\"DOI Link\" style=\"height: 28px; width: auto;\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eGabius HJ, André S, Jiménez-Barbero J (2012). From structure to function: concepts and applications of the lectin principle. Trends in Biochemical Sciences.\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.tibs.2012.09.005\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 2px;\" title=\"View on DOI\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/Reference.png?v=1775409336\" alt=\"DOI Link\" style=\"height: 28px; width: auto;\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blue Tiger Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52068538417450,"sku":"B2025276","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/1579\/4474\/files\/B2025276_9de7a1de-5f90-478a-9d7b-f87892f99303.png?v=1783807419","url":"https:\/\/bluetigerscientific.com\/products\/musa-paradisiaca-lectin-banlec-cy5-2","provider":"Blue Tiger Scientific","version":"1.0","type":"link"}