CAS 9011-93-2
:Lysostaphin
Description:
Lysostaphin is an enzyme produced by certain strains of the bacterium *Staphylococcus simulans*. It is classified as a glycoprotein and is primarily known for its ability to hydrolyze the cell wall of Staphylococcus aureus, making it effective against this pathogen. Lysostaphin specifically targets the pentaglycine cross-bridges in the peptidoglycan layer of the bacterial cell wall, leading to cell lysis and death. This enzyme exhibits a high degree of specificity for staphylococcal species, which makes it a potential therapeutic agent for treating infections caused by antibiotic-resistant strains of Staphylococcus. In addition to its antimicrobial properties, lysostaphin has been studied for its potential applications in food preservation and as a biocontrol agent in agriculture. It is generally considered safe for use in various applications, although its stability and activity can be influenced by environmental factors such as pH and temperature. Overall, lysostaphin represents a promising tool in the fight against staphylococcal infections and offers insights into alternative antimicrobial strategies.
Formula:Unspecified
Synonyms:- Ambicin L
- E.C. 3.4.24.75
- Ec 3.4.24.75
- Glycyl-glycine endopeptidase
- Lysostaphin
- Lysostaphin endopeptidase
- Lysostaphin endopeptidases
- Lysostaphin from Staphylococcus staphylolyticus
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Lysostaphin
CAS:<p>Lysostaphin is an anti-staph compound with 3 enzymes: endopeptidase, glucosamidase, amidase.</p>Purity:98%Color and Shape:SolidLysostaphin, from staphylococcus staphylolyticus
CAS:<p>Lysostaphin, from Staphylococcus staphylolyticus is a zinc metalloenzyme with action on bacterial cell walls by cleaving polyglycine cross-links and is used for treating staphylococcal infections and in research applications.</p>Purity:Min. 95%Color and Shape:Powder
