Merck, 605157-1KU, Thrombin, Bovine

General description
Native, bovine thrombin. Key enzyme in the coagulation cascade. Converts fibrinogen into fibrin and activates factor XIII, which cross-links and stabilizes the fibrin polymer. Has a pH of 6.0-7.5 in a 7% solution.
Native, bovine thrombin. Key enzyme that activates factor XIII and converts fibronogen into fibrin.
Packaging
Please refer to vial label for lot-specific concentration.
Physical form
Lyophilized from 50 mM Sodium Citrate, 0.2 M NaCl, 0.1% PEG-8000, pH 6.5.
Preparation Note
Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-70°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 2 months at -70°C.

From Catalog:
Desc. Field- added "Key enzyme that activates factor XIII and converts fibronogen into fibrin."
Other Notes
One unit is determined by comparison with a standard curve prepared using the Bureau of Biologics standard thrombin.
Legal Information
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Disclaimer
Toxicity: Harmful (C)