Venomics of Naja sputatrix, the Javan spitting cobra: A short neurotoxin-driven venom needing improved antivenom neutralization.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jprot.2017.01.018
Abstract: The venom proteome of Naja sputatrix (Javan spitting cobra) was elucidated through reverse-phase HPLC, nano-ESI-LCMS/MS and data mining. A total of 97 distinct protein forms belonging to 14 families were identified. The most abundant proteins… read more here.
Keywords: cobra; javan spitting; neutralization; spitting cobra ... See more keywords
Exploring the Diversity and Novelty of Toxin Genes in Naja sumatrana, the Equatorial Spitting Cobra from Malaysia through De Novo Venom-Gland Transcriptomics
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DOI: 10.3390/toxins11020104
Abstract: The equatorial spitting cobra, Naja sumatrana, is a distinct species of medically important venomous snakes, listed as WHO Category 1 in Southeast Asia. The diversity of its venom genes has not been comprehensively examined, although… read more here.
Keywords: venom; diversity; toxin; equatorial spitting ... See more keywords
Ocular complications of spitting cobra venom
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DOI: 10.4103/ijo.ijo_1164_20
Abstract: Dear Editor, The name “spitting cobra” leaves little to one’s imagination. Indeed, when threatened, snakes belonging this group can project their venom up to 3 m through the air to defend themselves.[1] The ultimate goal… read more here.
Keywords: complications spitting; ocular complications; cobra; cobra venom ... See more keywords