Protein A is a surface protein (approximately 56kD in size) originally discovered within the cell wall of Staphylococcus aureus. While important for bacterial survival, Protein A has beneficial uses in immunology for its high affinity binding to immunoglobulins (especially the IgG isotype). This high affinity property makes Protein A essential in the large scale purification.
Protein A (HRP) was assayed by immunoelectrophoresis resulted in a single precipitin arc against anti-Peroxidase and anti-Protein A. No reaction was observed against anti-Protein G.
Applications
Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Dot Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution
ELISA: 1:20,000-1:200,000 Western Blot: 1:10,000-1:40,000 Immunohistochemistry: 1:1000-1:5000 Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile dH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Note: Sodium azide is a potent inhibitor of peroxidase and should not be added to HRP conjugates. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Source
Recombinant, S. aureus
Purity
Prepared from chromatographically pure Protein A.
Concentration
~2mg/ml (after reconstitution)
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.01% gentamicin sulfate, 10mg/ml BSA. Reconstitute with sterile dH2O or PBS. Labeled with horseradish peroxidase (HRP).
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.