AFP is normally synthesized in the liver, intestinal tract, and yolk sac of the fetus. Antibody to AFP has been shown to be useful in detecting hepatocellular carcinomas (HCC) and germ cell neoplasms, especially yolk sac tumors. Applications: Suitable in immunological protocols or for use as a control or standard. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilution determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20C. Aliquots are stable for 6 months after receipt at -20C. 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.
Purity:
60% (SDS-PAGE). Contaminants: None detected by reduced and non-reduced SDS-PAGE.
Form:
Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.3, 0.09% sodium azide.
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