Description

Hemoglobin Ii, Casuarina Glauca is a specialized plant-derived hemoglobin protein isolated from *Casuarina glauca*. This compound is of significant interest for its unique oxygen-binding properties and potential as a biochemical research tool. It serves as a critical reagent for researchers and developers in the life sciences sector, particularly for studying plant physiology, oxygen transport mechanisms, and developing novel biosensors. Its availability supports innovation in biochemical and pharmaceutical research applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a model protein for studying oxygen-binding kinetics, protein structure-function relationships, and heme-protein interactions in plant systems.
• Enzyme & Metabolic Studies: Serves as a substrate or reference standard in enzymatic assays and investigations into nitrogen fixation and related metabolic pathways in actinorhizal plants.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its potential applications in drug delivery systems, oxygen carriers, or as a novel therapeutic protein target.
• Biosensor Fabrication: Utilized in the development of optical or electrochemical biosensors due to its intrinsic chromogenic and redox properties.
• Comparative Physiology: Employed in comparative studies between plant hemoglobins (leghemoglobins, phytoglobins) and animal hemoglobins to understand evolutionary adaptations.
• Educational & Diagnostic Kits: Acts as a high-purity component in educational laboratory kits and specialized diagnostic reagents for research institutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hemoglobin Ii, Casuarina Glauca
CAS No.	135685-88-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Casuarina Glauca Hemoglobin II; Phytoglobin from Casuarina glauca; Plant Hemoglobin II; Symbiotic Hemoglobin; Leghemoglobin-like protein; CgHbII; Non-symbiotic hemoglobin; Research Grade Plant Heme Protein.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hemoglobin Ii, Casuarina Glauca is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high biological activity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including electrophoresis and spectroscopic analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and functional activity is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance with rigorous research and development standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For extended storage, consider lyophilized forms under inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-red lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (IR / UV-Vis)	Conforms to standard
Purity (SDS-PAGE / HPLC)	≥ 90%
Protein Content (Biuret / BCA)	≥ 95% of dry weight
Heme Content (Pyridine Hemochromogen)	Contact for details
Oxygen Affinity (P50)	Research Grade - Lot Specific
Solubility	Soluble in buffer solutions (e.g., phosphate buffer, pH 7.0-7.4)
Biological Activity	Confirmed by functional assay (e.g., oxygen binding curve)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.