Product Introduction

The most common method for the determination of amylose in cereal starch is to measure the iodine-binding capacity of amylose starch by potentiometric, current or colorimetric methods to form amylose - iodine inclusion complex. However, there are uncertainties in these approaches. Amylopectin - iodine complexes also form, which reduce the concentration of free iodine measured by non-colorimetric methods and may be absorbed at wavelengths similar to those of amylopectin - iodine complexes in colorimetric methods. In this kit, concanavin A is separated by the characteristic that it only binds to amylopectin but not amylose. Then, the enzyme complex that only hydrolyzes starch is used to hydrolyze starch to glucose. The content of amylose, branched chain and total starch is obtained by detecting the content of glucose.

Product Usage

The contents of amylose, amylopectin and total starch were determined

Precautions

Different reagents are stored in different temperature environments according to regulations; Dimethyl sulfoxide acts as a skin irritant and should therefore be used with caution. It is absorbed through the skin and can cause skin and eye irritation. Wear protective products and avoid splashing solvents. Use in fume hoods as much as possible. Canavalin A is harmful by inhalation, skin contact and ingestion. The effects may be irreversible and may involve teratogenic effects. Wear appropriate protective equipment and gloves when handling crystallized Con A.