Suitable for use in ELISA and Immunodiffusion. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
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
Purified equine IgM
Form
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.09% sodium azide.
Purity
Purified by affinity chromatography.
Specificity
Recognizes equine IgM. Does not crossreact with other equine immunoglobulin classes in immunoelectrophoresis.
References
1. Jacks, S. et al. (2007) Experimental infection of neonatal foals with Rhodococcus equi triggers adult-like gamma interferon induction. Clin Vaccine Immunol. 14: 669-77.