051978

Immunoglobulin A (IgA)

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£479.00

SKU:: 051978
Purity:: Purified
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
Host:: Mouse
Immunogen:: Human IgA
Clone:: AD2.947
Format:: Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.4, 0.09% sodium azide.
Extra Details:: Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is the major immunoglobulin class in body secretions that protects against infections of the mucous membranes lining the mouth, airways, and digestive tract. Its serum concentration is approximately 0.2 g/l and biological survival (T1/2 in plasma) 6 days. Plasma IgA is predominantly monomeric (160kD) and of the IgA1 subclass, and is mostly produced in the bone marrow. Over half of IgA produced by the intestinal lamina propria plasmocytes is in oligomeric form and 35% of it is IgA2. Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilutions: Immunohistochemistry: paraffin Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.