- Cat. No.
- A26271
Maltotetraose
Synonyms: Amylotetraose; Fujioligo 450; α-1,4-Tetraglucose
Maltotetraose is a carbohydrate compound that serves as a substrate for enzyme-linked assays to measure amylase activity in biological fluids. Its primary biological activity includes the reduction of TNF-α-induced inflammatory responses through inhibition of NF-κB activity and decreased expression of ICAM-1. Additionally, maltotetraose inhibits PDGF-induced vascular smooth muscle cell migration and neovascularization. Its derivatives can also be utilized as probes for detecting bacterial infections by targeting the maltodextrin transporter, making maltotetraose a valuable tool in research related to atherosclerosis and inflammatory diseases.