IFN a 2a Antibody

Interferon alpha 2a (IFN-α2a) is a type of protein known as an interferon, which plays a crucial role in the immune response against viral infections. It is produced by macrophages and has antiviral, antiproliferative, and immunomodulatory activities. The polyclonal rabbit anti-human antibody against Interferon alpha 2a is a valuable tool in research and diagnostic applications.

The polyclonal antibody against Interferon alpha 2a is developed in rabbits. The immunogen used is typically a recombinant full-length protein corresponding to human IFN-α2a. The antibody is purified using affinity chromatography, often on a protein G column, to ensure high purity and specificity .

This antibody is suitable for various applications, including:

• Western Blot (WB): Used to detect the presence of IFN-α2a in protein samples.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P): Used to visualize the distribution and localization of IFN-α2a in tissue sections.
• Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA): Used to quantify the amount of IFN-α2a in biological samples .

• Host Species: Rabbit
• Clonality: Polyclonal
• Isotype: IgG
• Immunogen: Recombinant full-length protein corresponding to human IFN-α2a
• Purity: Greater than 98.0% as determined by SDS-PAGE .

The antibody is typically lyophilized from a sterile filtered solution in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) with a pH of 7.4. For long-term storage, it is recommended to store the antibody at -20°C. Repeated freezing and thawing should be avoided to maintain antibody integrity .

Interferon alpha 2a is a critical component of the immune response, and antibodies against it are essential for studying its role in various diseases, including viral infections and cancer. The polyclonal nature of the antibody ensures that it recognizes multiple epitopes on the IFN-α2a protein, making it a robust tool for detecting and quantifying this important cytokine .