The basic IGF-1-like forms (pI>9.0) showed substantial cross-reactivity, as did rat and mouse sera. Monoclonal antibody BM23 was capable of abolishing the biological activities of IGF -1 in-vitro bioassays for insulin-like, mitogenic and sulphation activities.

Short-term (up to 1 month) store at 2-8 °C. Long term, aliquot and store at -20°C. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.