SARS, Spike Protein (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, SARS-CoV, SARS Associated Coronavirus)

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£655.00

SKU:: S0098-38
Purity:: Purified by immunoaffinity chromatography.
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
Host:: Rabbit
Immunogen:: Synthetic peptide corresponding to amino acids 553-569 of the SARS Spike glycoprotein.
Format:: Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.4, 0.02% sodium azide.
Extra Details:: A novel coronavirus has recently been identified as the causative agent of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) (1-2). Coronaviruses are a major cause of upper respiratory diseases in humans (3). The genomes of these viruses are positive-stranded RNA approximately 27-31kb in length. SARS infection can be mediated by the binding of the viral spike protein, a glycosylated 139 kD protein and the major surface antigen of the virus, to the angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) on target cells. This binding can be blocked by a soluble form of ACE2 (4). Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: ELISA: Detects 10ng of free peptide at 1ug/ml. Optimal dilution 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.