In-vitro studies on lectin derivatives of Aloe excelsa (Berger)

摘要

Current traditional remedies for cure in various ailments including skin treatments have been on the increase.Aloe excelsahas been noted to be used extensively by indigenous people for sun burns, burns, sores as well as a systemic remedy. The agglutination activity byA. excelsahas been credited to the presence of lectins or lectin like derivatives. Aloctin A fromA. excelsawas tested against rat, rabbit and human serum, a positive reaction with human α-2-macroglobulin was observed. Furthermore, activities as an anti-tumor agent as well as wound healing properties have been validated.