Rabbit polyclonal IFN alpha antibody Bioactivity: In an antiviral assay for interferon, about 5 unit/mL of interferon is the quantity necessary to produce a cytopathic effect of 50 %
Immunogen
IFN alpha antibody was raised in rabbit using mouse interferon alpha as the immunogen.
Optimal conditions should be determined byt he investigator.
Restrictions
For Research Use only
Format
Liquid
Concentration
Lot specific
Buffer
Neat Serum with no preservatives.
Preservative
Without preservative
Handling Advice
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles. Dilute only prior to immediate use.
Storage
-80 °C
Storage Comment
Aliquot and store at -70 °C or lower.
Target
IFNA
(Interferon alpha (IFNA))
Alternative Name
IFN alpha
Background
Interferons (IFNs) are proteins made and released by lymphocytes in response to the presence of pathogens-such as viruses, bacteria, or parasites-or tumor cells. They allow communication between cells to trigger the protective defenses of the immune system that eradicate pathogens or tumors.