General description
Native β2-microglobulin from human urine. A useful marker for the determination of AIDS progression in HIV-infected subjects. Increased levels may also indicate increased proliferation of tumor masses.
Native β2-microglobulin from human urine. Single chain polypeptide that is the constant component of Class I MHC, which is located on most nucleated cells. It is also a normal constituent of serum and urine. Increased levels of this protein in the serum are used as a marker for impairments of renal function and a variety of lymphoproliferative diseases.
Warning
Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)
Physical form
In PBS, 150 mM NaCl, 20 mM phosphate buffer, pH 7.3.
Preparation Note
Prepared from urine that has been shown by certified tests to be negative for HBsAg and for antibodies to HIV and HCV.
Reconstitution
Following initial thaw, product can be stored at 4°C for up to 6 months.
Other Notes
Zabay, J.M., et al. 1995. J. Acquired Immune Defic. Syndr. Hum. Retrovirol. 8, 266.
Mady, B.J., et al. 1991. J. Immunol.147, 3139.
Lampson, L.A. 1990. J. Immunol. 144, 512.
Calzia, R., et al. 1989. Adv. Exp. Med. Biol.257, 225.
Ninomiya, Y., and Arakawa, M. 1989. Diabetes Res.10, 129.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
- UPC:
- 41181904
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- 3-5 Days
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- MPN:
- 475823-250UG
