| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7793547 | Carbohydrate Polymers | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
- The structural characterization and the anticoagulant potential a heparin/heparan sulfate-like compound isolated from the heads of Litopenaeus vannamei shrimp are described.
- The described compound shares structural features with both heparin, and with heparan sulfate.
- The compound thermostabilizes human native antithrombin.
- In contrast to mammalian heparin, the shrimp compound displayed negligible hemorrhagic effect.
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Authors
Adriana S. Brito, Rômulo S. Cavalcante, Lais C.G.F. Palhares, Ashley J. Hughes, Giulianna P.V. Andrade, Edwin A. Yates, Helena B. Nader, Marcelo A. Lima, Suely F. Chavante,