Description

Lewis X Trisaccharide is a defined carbohydrate structure, also known as CD15, that plays a critical role in cell-cell recognition and signaling processes. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the life sciences, serving as a key reagent for studying biological interactions. It is primarily utilized in the fields of glycobiology research, diagnostic assay development, and pharmaceutical discovery, particularly for investigating inflammation, cancer metastasis, and immune system modulation.

Application

• Glycobiology Research: Used as a standard or probe to study lectin-carbohydrate interactions, cell adhesion, and signaling pathways.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a critical antigen in the development of immunoassays and biosensors for detecting specific biomarkers.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in drug discovery programs targeting selectin-mediated processes, such as inflammation and cancer progression.
• Bioconjugation: Acts as a hapten for the generation of monoclonal antibodies or for creating neoglycoconjugates.
• Cell Culture & Differentiation Studies: Used to investigate the role of cell surface glycans in stem cell differentiation and development.
• Quality Control Reference: Functions as a reference standard for the analysis of complex biological samples and glycoprotein characterization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lewis X Trisaccharide
CAS No.	71208-06-5
Molecular Formula	C20H35NO15
Molecular Weight	529.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Lex Trisaccharide; CD15 Antigen; 3-Fucosyllactosamine; Galβ1-4(Fucα1-3)GlcNAc; Lacto-N-fucopentaose III; LNF III; SSEA-1 (Stage-Specific Embryonic Antigen-1); Lewisx Hapten
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lewis X Trisaccharide is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (NMR, MS), to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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