Native pig AFP

• Cat.No.: AFP-3018P
• Product Overview: a-Fetoprotein 60+%

Specification

• Description: 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.
• Source: Human cord serum
• Species: Human
• Form: Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.3, 0.1% sodium azide.
• Purity: Purified60% (SDS-PAGE). Contaminants: None Detected by reduced and non-reduced SDS-PAGE.
• Applications: Suitable in immunological protocols or for use as a control or standard.
• Notes: Small volumes of AFP protein may occasionally become entrapped in the seal of the product vial during shipment and storage. If necessary, briefly centrifuge the vial on a tabletop centrifuge to dislodge any liquid in the container`s cap. Certain products may require to ship with dry ice.
• Storage: May be stored at 4 degree C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degree C. Aliquots are stable for at least 6 months at -20 degree C. 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.
• Warning: This product is for research use only. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

Gene Information

• Gene Name: AFP alpha-fetoprotein [ Sus scrofa ]
• Official Symbol: AFP
• Synonyms: AFP; alpha-fetoprotein; alpha-fetoglobulin; alpha-1-fetoprotein
• Gene ID: 397586
• mRNA Refseq: NM_214317
• Protein Refseq: NP_999482