| Description | L-(+)-Abrine (L-N-Methyltryptophan) is a toxic protein found in the jequirity seed.,can be used as a biomarker for abrin exposure. |
| Synonyms | L-(+)-红豆碱, L-N-Methyltryptophan, N-α-Methyl-L-tryptophan, L-ABRINE |
| molecular weight | 218.25 |
| Molecular formula | C12H14N2O2 |
| CAS | 526-31-8 |
| Storage | store under nitrogen | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice. |
| Solubility | DMSO: Slightly soluble |
| References | 1. Johnson R C , Zhou Y , Jain R , et al. Quantification of L-Abrine in Human and Rat Urine: A Biomarker for the Toxin Abrin[J]. Journal of Analytical Toxicology, 2009, 33(2):77-84. |