Heteroprotein complex coacervates of ovalbumin and lysozyme: Formation and thermodynamic characterization

The formation of heteroprotein coacervates obtained by the interaction of ovalbumin (Ova) and lysozyme (Lys) was investigated using turbidimetric analysis and the zeta potential at different protein ratios, pH values and concentrations of NaCl. The complexes were formed over a wide pH range with a 1:1 (Ova:Lys) ratio and the highest turbidity was observed at pH 7.5, which optimal biopolymer interactions occurring. The addition of NaCl disfavored...