Tissue powders are produced by saline wash of ruptured cells obtained from tissue and multiple precipitations in acetone, removing lipids. Suitable for use as a specific adsorbent to remove unwanted reactivities or as a source material. It is relatively stable, and is used in the preparation of some enzymes.
Recommended Dilutions
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with distilled water or sterile buffer. 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.
Source material is tested by approved FDA methods and found to be negative for HBsAg, HIV1, HIV2, HCV and/or ALT. However, consider all materials as potentially infectious and use only approved FDA and NIH guidelines for the proper handling and disposal of infectious material. Only authorized and trained personnel should handle this reagent.
Form
Supplied as a fine powder. Soluble in distilled water or dilute buffer.
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.