Description
Background
Antibodies to RFP (Discosoma spp.) are intended for use in immunological assays including ELISA, western blotting, immunofluorescence, and fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS).
Synonyms
goat anti-RFP antibody, DsRed, rDsRed, Discosoma sp. Red Fluorescent Protein, Red fluorescent protein drFP583
Immunogen
The immunogen is a Red Fluorescent Protein (RFP) fusion protein corresponding to the full length amino acid sequence (234aa) derived from the mushroom polyp coral Discosoma.
Application Note
Polyclonal anti-RFP is designed to detect RFP and its variants. Optimal titers for applications should be determined by the researcher. Expect a band ~27kDa in Western Blot in the appropriate cell lysate or extract.
Purity/Specificity
Anti-RFP (GOAT) is an IgG fraction purified from monospecific antiserum by a multi-step process which includes delipidation, salt fractionation and ion exchange chromatography followed by extensive dialysis against the buffer stated above. Assay by immunoelectrophoresis resulted in a single precipitin arc against anti-Goat Serum and purified and partially purified Red Fluorescent Protein (Discosoma). No reaction was observed against Human, Mouse or Rat serum proteins. Expect reactivity against RFP and its variants: mCherry, tdTomato, mBanana, mOrange, mPlum, mOrange and mStrawberry.
Storage Condition
Store vial at -20° C prior to opening. Aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below for extended storage. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use.
Disclaimer Note-General
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