Chorionic Gonadotropin (β-hCG), β Subunit, Human
beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (b-hCG) may be produced by some tumor cells. An increased level of b-hCG may be a sign of cancer of the testis, uterus, ovary, liver, stomach, pancreas, or lung. beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (b-hCG) may also be produced in response to certain conditions that are not cancer. beta-human chorionic gonadotropin (b-hCG) is being studied in the treatment of Kaposi's sarcoma.
beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (b-hCG) has a MW of 22kD. beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin(b-hCG) assay is used for the diagnosis and monitoring of tumors of the testis and of the ovary. beta-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin(b-hCG) levels are significantly increased during pregnancy. Used to aid diagnosis of Down's syndrome.
Source
Human Pregnancy Urine
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with 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
Human Pregnancy Urine
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in 50mM ammonium bicarbonate. No preservatives added. Reconstitute using neutral pH buffer of choice, avoiding extreme high and low pH.
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.
