Hirudin from leeches

CAS: 8001-27-2

Ref. 3D-XH173313

Product Information

• Name: Hirudin from leeches
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Hirudin is a potent anticoagulant protein, which is a naturally occurring compound sourced from the salivary glands of medicinal leeches, specifically *Hirudo medicinalis*. It functions by directly inhibiting thrombin, a key enzyme in the blood coagulation process, thereby preventing fibrin formation and subsequent clot development. Hirudin achieves its effects by binding to both the active site and the exosite of thrombin, effectively neutralizing its coagulative activity.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 6 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₈₇H₄₄₀N₈₀O₁₁₀S₆
• Purity: Min. 95%