Description: A long chain polymer of sulfated glucose, containing 17 - 20% sulfur. Has been used as an anticoagulant and has been shown to inhibit the binding of HIV-1 to CD4+ T lymphocytes. Used to accelerate hybridization of DNA probes to immobilized nucleic acids. http://www.bocsci.com/dextransulfatesodiumsalt-cas-9011-18-1-item-84-293558.html