Technical Data
E2280-21
Encephalitis, Equine, Western (WEE)
Description:
The Western equine encephalomyelitis virus is the causative agent of relatively uncommon viral disease Western equine encephalomyelitis (WEE). An Alphavirus of the family Togaviridae, the WEE virus is an arbovirus (arthropod-borne virus) transmitted by mosquitoes of the genera Culex and Culiseta. WEE is a recombinant virus between two other closely related yet distinct encephalitis viruses. There have been under 700 confirmed cases in the U.S. since 1964.

Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA, Immunohistochemistry and Neutralization. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilutions:
Immunohistochemistry: Indirect
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. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
TypeIsotypeCloneGrade
MabIgG2a2Q2102Purified
SizeStorageShippingSourceHost
100ug-20°CBlue IceMouse
Concentration:
~1mg/ml
Immunogen:
Western Equine Encephalitis virus.
Purity:
Purified
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.6, 0.1% sodium azide.
Specificity:
Recognizes Western Equine Encephalitis 9MCM, HJ, SIN.
Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.