Recognizes purified virions. Does not cross-react with Parainfluenza (1-3), RSV, Adenovirus, Influenza A&B or HSV-1. Does not react with uninfected cells. Reactive with Lister, Wyeth, New York City and MVA strains of Vaccinia.

Short-term (up to 6 months) store at 2-8 °C under subdued light. Long term, aliquot and store at -20 °C. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.