Wheat germ

Wheat Germ Application Notes In molecular biology, wheat germ extract is used to carry out in vitro translation experiments, as the plant embryo contains all the macromolecular components necessary for translating mRNA into amino acids, but contains relatively low levels of its own mRNA. Wheat germ is also useful in biochemistry, as it contains lectins that bind strongly to certain glycoproteins, hence it can be used to isolate such proteins. Usage Statement Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. Key Applications Used to carry out in vitro translation experiments | Useful in biochemistry to isolate proteins; Food Supplement