Heartworm is a parasitic roundworm (Dirofilaria immitis) that is spread from host to host through the bites of mosquitoes. The heartworm is a type of filaria, a small thread-like worm. The definitive host is the dog but it can also infect cats, wolves, coyotes, foxes and other animals, such as ferrets, sea lions and even, under very rare circumstances, humans. The parasite is commonly called heartworm because the adult reproductive stage of its life cycle resides primarily in the right ventricle of its host where it can live for many years. Heartworm infection may result in serious disease for the host. This is a native protein that is extracted from adult heartworms. Applications: Suitable for use as a control in ELISA, Blotting or other Immunoassays. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilutions: Optimal dilution determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4C. Do not freeze. Aliquots are stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Purity:
Washed, adult female worms were disrupted, homogenized and protein was extracted.
Form:
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2, 0.09% sodium azide.
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