Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. PSA is present in small quantities in the serum of men with healthy prostates, but is often elevated in the presence of prostate cancer and in other prostate disorders.
Applications
Suitable for use in ELISA and Lateral Flow. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Immunogen
PSA from human seminal fluid.
Form
Supplied as a liquid in 0.015M PBS, pH 7.2, 0.05% sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by immunoaffinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes PSA.