E. coli derived protein recombinant. The protein contains the HCV core immunodominant regions (aa2-119).
Applications
Suitable for use in ELISA and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Specificity
Reacts strongly with human HCV positive serum.
Storage and Stability
May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. For long-term storage, store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 6 months after receipt 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
Recombinant, E. coli
Purity
≥95% (SDS-PAGE, Bradford)
Form
Supplied as a liquid in 1.5M urea, 25mM Tris-HCl, pH 8.0, 0.2% Triton-X, 50% glycerol.
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.