Applications
 Suitable for use as a reference antigen, calibrator, coating protein and blocking agent in Immunodiffusion, Immunoelectrophoresis, ELISA, Western Blot, Dot Blot, Hemagglutination and Cell-binding assays. Other applications have not been tested.
Recommended Dilutions
 Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
 Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months at -20°C after receipt. Reconstitute with sterile ddH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Reconstituted product is stable for 6 months 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.
Purity
≤ 98%. Purified by Gel filtration, Ion-exchange and affinity chromatography.
Concentration
Not determined
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder from PBS, pH 7.2. No preservatives added. Reconstitute with 500ul sterile ddH2O. Dilute further with PBS.
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.