Description
Aflatoxin B + G mixture
Description
General description
Aflatoxins are hepatotoxic metabolites,[1] which are produced by molds, such as Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus.[2] They are naturally occurring poisonous carcinogens and the most widely known mycotoxins. They mainly contaminate fruits, vegetables and grains.[4] Aflatoxins contaminate human food and animal feed. They are associated with liver cancer,[4] immune system suppression, reduced growth rates, losses in feed efficiency and death.[2] Aflatoxin B is more carcinogenic than Aflatoxin G.[3]
Application
Aflatoxin B + G mixture has been used for the quantification of aflatoxin by high-performance thin-layer chromatography, using a charge-coupled device detector.[5]
Reconstitution
Concentration: 5 μg aflatoxin B1, 1.5 μg aflatoxin B2, 5 μg aflatoxin G1, 1.5 μg aflatoxin G2 per mL after reconstitution to approx. 5 ml.
Properties
Related Categories | A-AM, Bioactive Small Molecule Alphabetical Index, Bioactive Small Molecules, Cell Biology, Cell Signaling and Neuroscience, Mold, Toxins and Venoms |
form | dry concentrate |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |