| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative names | AFP; HPAFP; Alpha-fetoprotein; Alpha-1-fetoprotein; Alpha-fetoglobulin |
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| Immunogen | Synthetic Peptide of AFP alpha 1 Fetoprotein |
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Scientific Background
This gene encodes alpha-fetoprotein, a major plasma protein produced by the yolk sac and the liver during fetal life. Alpha-fetoprotein expression in adults is often associated with hepatoma or teratoma. However, hereditary persistance of alpha-fetoprotein may also be found in individuals with no obvious pathology. The protein is thought to be the fetal counterpart of serum albumin, and the alpha-fetoprotein and albumin genes are present in tandem in the same transcriptional orientation on chromosome 4. Alpha-fetoprotein is found in monomeric as well as dimeric and trimeric forms, and binds copper, nickel, fatty acids and bilirubin. The level of alpha-fetoprotein in amniotic fluid is used to measure renal loss of protein to screen for spina bifida and anencephaly.
Product Overview
This monoclonal antibody, raised in Mouse, recognizes AFP. It is validated for Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence.
Validated Applications
| Applications | Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence |
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Optimal dilutions should be determined by the end user for each application and sample type.
Immunogen
Synthetic Peptide of AFP alpha 1 Fetoprotein
Specifications
| Host | Mouse |
|---|---|
| Clonality | Monoclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Conjugate | Unconjugated |
| Reactivity | Human |
| Immunogen | Synthetic Peptide of AFP alpha 1 Fetoprotein |
| Purification | The antibody was affinity-purified from mouse ascites by affinity-chromatography using specific immunogen. |
| Concentration | 1 mg/ml |
| Formulation | PBS, pH 7.4, containing 0.5%BSA, 0.02% sodium azide as Preservative and 50% Glycerol. |
| UniProt Accession | Human: P02771; Mouse: P02772; Rat: P02773 |
| Gene ID | Human: 174; Mouse: 11576 |
| Storage | -20°C for 1 year |
| Lead Time | Within one week |
Reactivity Notes
Validated reactivity: Human. For other species, epitope conservation may allow cross-reactivity; confirm with appropriate controls.
Safety & Handling
This product is for research use only (RUO) and is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use. The formulation contains sodium azide; handle with standard laboratory precautions.
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