Hepatitis C Virus Core 24 Recombinant
The HCV Core 24 genotype-1b, E. coli derived recombinant protein, contains the HCV core nucleocapsid immunodominant regions. The protein is fused with b-galactosidase (114 kDa) at N-terminus.
Applications
HCV-core 24 antigen is suitable for ELISA and Western blots, excellent antigen for detection of HCV with minimal specificity problems.
Formulation
20mM Tris-Hcl pH 8, 1.5M urea and 10mM b-mercaptoethanol.
Purification Method
HCV-Core 24 protein was purified by proprietary chromatographic technique.
Purity
HCV Core 24 protein is >95% pure as determined by 10% PAGE (coomassie staining).
Specificity
Immunoreactive with sera of HCV-infected individuals.
Storage
HCV-Core 24 although stable at 4°C for 1 week, should be stored below -18°C. Please prevent freeze thaw cycles.
