What Is Ovalbumin Solution?

DESCRIPTION. Ovalbumin (also known as albumin or OVA) is a key reference protein for immunization and biochemical studies. Ovalbumin is the major protein constituent of chicken egg whites.

What does ovalbumin do for the body?

Ovalbumin: The primary protein in egg white, ovalbumin provides nourishment and binds digestive enzymes. It makes up approximately 54% of the protein in egg albumen (source).

How does ovalbumin work?

When heated, ovalbumin undergoes a conformational change from its soluble, serpin structure into an insoluble all-β-sheet structure with exposed hydrophobic regions. This causes the protein to aggregate and cause the solidification associated with cooked egg white.

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