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Antigen Information

Protein Name & Synonyms:

Cystatin C

Target Species:

Human

Antibody Specifications

Applications:

ELISA, Immunoassay

Concentration:

IgG concentration 1.0mg/ml

Species Reactivity:

Human

Specificity

This product detects human Cystatin C, a member of the type 2 cystatin superfamily. Cystatin C is a potent inhibitor of cysteine proteinases, both endogenous (lysosomal cathepsins), and pathogenic. Cystatin C is a 13kDa secreted protein which is found in high concentrations in biological fluids and is thought to be expressed by all human nucleated cells.

Changes in Cystatin C have been documented in a number of cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis, amyloid angiopathy and myocardial infarction. Its low molecular weight also means that Cystatin C can be used as a marker of renal failure.

Storage/Stability

Store at +4 °C or at -20 °C if preferred.
Storage in frost-free freezers is not recommended.
This product should be stored undiluted. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing as this may denature the antibody. Should this product contain a precipitate we recommend microcentrifugation before use.
If stored in this manner, this product is stable for 18 months after receipt.

Format

Supplied as:

Purified IgG - liquid

Formulation:

Phosphate buffered saline

Format Type:

Purified

Preparation

Preservative:

0.09%

Sodium Azide (NaN₃)

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