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The combined application of ε-polylysine hydrochloride with synthetic antigen carriers mainly focuses on enhancing immunogenicity as a carrier. Below is a detailed explanation of this application:

I. Basic Characteristics of ε-Polylysine Hydrochloride

ε-Polylysine hydrochloride (ε-poly-L-lysine HCl) is a food additive extracted from Streptomyces albulus (a strain of amylase-producing actinobacteria). It is a pale yellow powder with strong hygroscopicity and a slightly astringent taste. It is highly soluble in water, sparingly soluble in ethanol, and exhibits broad-spectrum, high-efficiency, non-toxic properties that are minimally affected by pH. It is widely used as a preservative in the food industry.

II. Role of Synthetic Antigen Carriers

In immunology research, hapten molecules cannot directly serve as immunogens. They only become immunogenic when conjugated with a carrier, stimulating the body to produce antibodies or sensitized lymphocytes. The modified hapten is referred to as a synthetic antigen, and the macromolecular substance used to conjugate the hapten is called the carrier. Proteins are commonly used as good carriers, with albumin being the most widely used. However, polypeptide polymers, such as poly-L-lysine, are also frequently used as synthetic antigen carriers.

III. Application of ε-Polylysine Hydrochloride as a Carrier

As a polypeptide polymer, ε-polylysine hydrochloride has excellent carrier properties. It can bind with haptens to form synthetic antigens, which, in turn, stimulate animals to produce high-titer and high-affinity antibodies. This not only enhances the immunogenicity of the hapten but also makes the synthetic antigen more stable, benefiting subsequent immunological research and applications.

IV. Advantages of Combined Application

1. Improved Immunogenicity:

As a carrier, ε-polylysine hydrochloride significantly increases the immunogenicity of haptens, making the synthetic antigens more effective in stimulating immune responses in the body.

2. Enhanced Stability:

When conjugated with a hapten, ε-polylysine hydrochloride improves the stability of the synthetic antigen, facilitating long-term storage and transport.

3. Expanded Application Scope:

ε-Polylysine hydrochloride has broad applications in food preservation as a food preservative. Additionally, as a carrier for synthetic antigens, it holds potential for immunological research, vaccine preparation, and other fields.

The combined application of ε-polylysine hydrochloride and synthetic antigen carriers offers significant advantages and has promising application prospects. However, in practical applications, attention must still be paid to evaluating its safety and effectiveness to ensure its stable application and development in relevant fields.