Description: Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) is a unique component of the cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria and consists of three regions: lipid A, oligosaccharide core, and O-specific polysaccharide (O-antigen). Lipopolysaccharides help maintain the integrity of the outer cell membrane and protect bacteria from damage by bile salts and lipid antibiotics. Lipopolysaccharides is a highly immunogenic antigen that can enhance immune responses and can be used for inflammation model construction.
Formula: C205H366N3O117P5
Molecular Weight: 4899,92
References: Liu X, et al. LPS‑induced proinflammatory cytokine expression in human airway epithelial cells and macrophages via NF‑κB, STAT3 or AP‑1 activation. Mol Med Rep. 2018 Apr;17(4):5484-5491.