zymosans - Names and Identifiers
zymosans - Physico-chemical Properties
Appearance | Solid |
Color | White to Off-White |
Merck | 14,10200 |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
zymosans - Risk and Safety
Safety Description | S22 - Do not breathe dust.
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | ZI2750000 |
FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 10 |
zymosans - Introduction
Yeast polysaccharide is a polysaccharide compound derived from yeast, which has many unique properties. It is a natural product that is normally found in yeast cell walls. Zymosan is widely used as an immune reagent because of its good immunoregulation and immune function-enhancing properties.
Yeast polysaccharide has the following important properties:
1. Immunomodulatory effect: Yeast polysaccharide can regulate the function of the body's immune system and enhance the body's resistance to various pathogens.
2. Antioxidant: It has a certain antioxidant capacity, which can neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage.
3. Anti-tumor activity: Yeast polysaccharide is considered to inhibit the growth and spread of tumor cells.
4. Has anti-inflammatory properties: it can reduce inflammatory response and promote inflammatory healing.
Yeast polysaccharide has a wide range of uses:
1. Immunomodulator: in the field of medicine, yeast polysaccharide is made into immunomodulator, used to improve immunity, prevention and auxiliary treatment of diseases.
2. Skin care products: yeast polysaccharide is added to skin care products, with moisturizing, anti-aging and skin repair effect.
3. Food additive: It can be used as a food additive to provide nutrition and enhance immunity.
4. Functional materials: Yeast polysaccharide can also be used to prepare functional materials, such as implant materials, drug delivery systems, etc.
The preparation method of yeast polysaccharide usually includes the following steps:
1. Select the appropriate yeast species, culture and multiply yeast cells.
2. Through the appropriate method of crushing yeast cell wall, extract polysaccharide.
3. After concentration, purification and drying, pure yeast polysaccharide was obtained.
In the process of using yeast polysaccharide, some safety information needs to be paid attention:
1. Yeast polysaccharide is usually extracted from food-grade yeast and is generally considered safe and non-toxic.
2. In the process of preparation and use, relevant laboratory operation specifications and safety measures should be followed.
3. For those with allergies, skin sensitivity test should be carried out before using yeast polysaccharide. If there is an allergic reaction, stop using it immediately.
4. Should be stored in a dry, cool place, avoid direct sunlight.
In General, zymosan is a polysaccharide compound with a variety of biological activities, which has a wide range of applications and is of great value in medicine, skin care products and food industry.
Last Update:2024-04-09 20:49:11