Alpha Feto Protein (AFP)
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Alpha Feto Protein (AFP)
AFP is a plasma protein that in humans is encoded by the AFP gene and is produced by the yolk sac and fetal liver during fetal development. High levels of AFP indicate carcinomas, Hodgkin disease and developmental birth defects
Host Species
Mouse
Target Species
Human
Purity
>95%
Format
Liquid
Source
Human Cord Blood
Application
Feasible for controls and calibrators in immunoassays
Purity Analysis
≥ 95% high pure by SDS-PAGE
Immunological Activity
Immunoactivity is checked by ECLIA (Roche Cobas)
Presentation
Liquid in 50mM Tris buffer & 150mM Sodium Chloride, pH 7.2 + 0.2 containing 0.09 % Sodium Azide
Donor Status
Healthy/Diseased
Storage
2-8°C in working aliquots
Other Information
AFP is stable for 3 years at 2-8°C
Viral Testing
The viral marker test negative for HBs-Ag, Anti-HCV, Anti-HIV (I and II) using CLIA (US-FDA approved). The antigen is also tested for the absence of viral DNA/RNA for HBV, HIV (I) and HCV using PCR technology
Material Safety Note
This product is not for human/animal consumption. Use only in in vitro research or products. All bio-safety precautions must be practiced while handling. Discard (if needed) as per local environmental regulation
