HIV-1 p24 gag Recombinant
The E. coli derived 39 kDa recombinant protein is a non-glycosylated polypeptide chain, containing the HIV-1 p24 gag immunodominant regions, 77-436 amino acids. The HIV-1 p24 gag is fused to beta-galactosidase (114 kDa).
Amino Acid Sequence
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Applications
HIV-1 p24 gag antigen in ELISA and Western blots, excellent antigen for early detection of HIV seroconvertors with minimal specificity problems.
Formulation
8M urea, 20mM Tris-HCl pH-8 and 10mM b-mercaptoethanol.
Physical Appearance
Sterile filtered colorless clear solution.
Purity
Greater than 95.0% as determined by HPLC analysis and SDS-PAGE.
Source
Specificity
Immunoreactive with all sera of HIV-1 infected individuals.
Storage
HIV-1 p24 gag although stable at 4°C for 1 week, should be stored below -18°C. Please prevent freeze thaw cycles.