Catalogue number
ANT-034
Synonyms
Leukocyte interferon, B cell interferon, Type I interferon, IFNA2, IFN-a 2a.
Type
Polyclonal Rabbit Antibody.
Introduction
IFN-alpha is produced by macrophages and has antiviral activities. Interferon stimulates the production of two enzymes: protein kinase and an oligoadenylate synthetase.
Purity
Greater than 98.0% as determined by Analysis by SDS-PAGE.
Immunogen
IgG Anti Human Interferon?a 2a is developed in rabbit using recombinant Human Interferon?a 2a expressed in plants.
Antigen Amino Acid Sequence
CDLPQTHSLGSRRTLMLLAQMRKISLFSCLKDRHDFGFPQEEFGNQFQKAETIPVLHEMIQQ
IFNLFSTKDSSAAWDETLLDKFYTELYQQLNDLEACVIQGVGVTETPLMNEDSILAVRKYFQR
ITLYLKEKKYSPCAWEVVRAEIMRSFSLSTNLQESLRSKE
Purification Method
Purified IgG prepared by affinity chromatography on protein G.
Formulation
Lyophilized from 0.2μm sterile filtered solution in phosphate buffered saline, pH 7.4.
Solubility
Reconstitute with H20.? Mix gently, wash the sides of the vial and wait 30-60 seconds before use.??
Applications
ELISA: to detect Human Interferon a 2a by indirect ELISA a dilution of at least 1/500 of this antibody is required. This antibody, in conjunction with compatible secondary reagents (anti rabbit AP conjugated), allows the detection of 0.2-1 ng /well of human Interferon a 2a.
Western Blot: to detect human Interferon a2a by WB analysis this antibody can be used in a dilution of 1/1,000.?
Stability
Store at -20°C. For long term storage freezes in working aliquots at -20°C.?
Repeated freezing and thawing is not recommended.
Safety Data Sheet
Usage
ProSpec's products are furnished for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY. The product may not be used as drugs, agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.
