| Field | Specification |
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| Mfr No | |
| Alternative Names | AFP; HPAFP; Alpha-fetoprotein; Alpha-1-fetoprotein; Alpha-fetoglobulin |
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| Gene ID | |
| Host | |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from the Internal region of human AFP. AA range:371-420 |
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Product Overview
Primary AntibodyThis antibody targets AFP and detects endogenous levels of AFP protein.
Validated Applications
| Application | Dilution Guidance |
|---|---|
| Western Blot (WB) | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
| Immunohistochemistry (IHC) | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
| ELISA | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
Antibody Specifications
| Target | AFP |
|---|---|
| Host | Rabbit |
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Reactivity | Human |
| Purification | Affinity Purification |
| Molecular Weight | ~68.7 kDa |
| Concentration | 1 mg/ml |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from the Internal region of human AFP. AA range:371-420 |
| Formulation | Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, 0.5% BSA and 0.02% sodium azide. |
| Storage | -20°C for 1 year |
| Gene ID | Human: 174 |
| UniProt | P02771 (Human: P02771; Mouse: P02772) |
Scientific Background
AFP 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. Alpha-fetoprotein 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.
Alternative Names
AFP; HPAFP; Alpha-fetoprotein; Alpha-1-fetoprotein; Alpha-fetoglobulin
Safety & Handling
| Target | AFP |
| Host | Rabbit |
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Reactivity | Human |
| Purification | Affinity Purification |
| Molecular Weight | ~68.7 kDa |
| Concentration | 1 mg/ml |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from the Internal region of human AFP. AA range:371-420 |
| Formulation | Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, 0.5% BSA and 0.02% sodium azide. |
| Storage | -20°C for 1 year |
| Gene ID | Human: 174 |
| UniProt | P02771 (Human: P02771; Mouse: P02772) |
Optimized working dilutions depend on sample type and detection system. Titration is recommended.
| Application | Dilution Note |
|---|---|
| Western Blot (WB) | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
| Immunohistochemistry (IHC) | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
| ELISA | Refer to datasheet for recommended working dilution |
AFP 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. Alpha-fetoprotein 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.
Alternative Names
AFP; HPAFP; Alpha-fetoprotein; Alpha-1-fetoprotein; Alpha-fetoglobulin
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