Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) is a 583-residue protein with a heart-shaped structure, extensively utilized in biochemical applications. It constitutes a significant portion of plasma protein, facilitating the binding and transport of various ligands. This globular protein features 17 disulfide bonds and a single unpaired cysteine, which influences its association. Its beneficial effects on cell growth, coupled with a confirmed lack of cytotoxicity, make it a valuable component in numerous research and industrial settings.
- Used in numerous biochemical applications.
- Constitutes approximately 60% of all plasma protein.
- Binds and transports a large number of physiological and non-physiological ligands.
- Contains 17 disulfide bonds and one unpaired cysteine (Cys34).
- Beneficial for cell growth irrespective of its aggregated state.
- Lack of cytotoxicity is confirmed by membrane permeabilization assays.