Euonymus europaeus Lectin (EEL/EEA) - Semi-Pure

Fractionated europaeus lectins or lectins (EEL/EEA) are composed of most subunits that appear to consist of two chains connected by disulfide bonds. EEL consists of six closely related lectins (isomers). Eels are identified for their erythrocyte agglutination properties and their specificity for B and H blood groups. It binds more strongly to triosaccharides H than triosaccharides B, but has a general pattern of interaction with both blood groups B and H, as well as alpha-mannose terminal sugars. EEL preferentially recognizes terminal α-focusing residues of H - and B-type associated carbohydrates. This lectin binds to endothelial cells from human and non-human sources and recognizes carbohydrate structures on the surface of stimulated mouse peritoneal lymphoid cells. See other EEL/EEA conjugates.