Dextran Sulfate Sodium

Product Details

(Click to enlarge image) Cat.No. NAT-310
Product Name Dextran Sulfate Sodium
Synonyms Dextran Sulfate Sodium; DSS; DSS for colitis
Description Dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) is a sulfated polysaccharide with variable molecular weights. Administration of DSS causes human ulcerative colitis-like pathologies due to its toxicity to colonic epithelial cells, which results in compromised mucosal barrier function.
Product Overview This product can be used in the studies on dextran sulfate for inducing colitis in experimental animals. Recommend concentration of dinking water is 2-4% for mouse and 3.5-5% for rat.
Morphology & Appearance Powder
Molecular Weight 35-55kDa
PH 5.0-6.5
Solubility Freely soluble in water.
Storage Store at room temperature.
Application Dextran sulfate sodium (DSS) is used to induce intestinal inflammation in experimental animals.