Mycobacterium avium

Mycobacterium avium Monoclonal Antibodies

ORDERING INFORMATION

Catalog No. 18101	Clone No. JD10-207.5	MAb Subtype IgG2a	Size 100ug, 500ug	Library Pack No. 181101	100ug/clone All 5 clones
18102	JD11-419.2	IgG1	100ug, 500ug
18103	JD11-366.1	IgG1	100ug, 500ug
18104	JD12-551.6	IgG1	100ug, 500ug

Format: Purified antibody in PBS, pH 7.4

BACKGROUND

Mycobacteria are small, slow-growing, aerobic bacilli. They are distinguished by a complex, lipid- rich cell envelope responsible for their characterization as acid-fast (ie, resistant to decolorization by acid after staining with carbolfuchsin) and their relative resistance to Gram stain. The most common mycobacterial infection is tuberculosis; others include leprosy and various diseases caused by Mycobacterium avium complex. The term Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) refers to two species: M avium and M intracellulare. Because these species are difficult to differentiate, they are also collectively referred to as Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare (MAI). MAC primarily affects individuals who are immune compromised (eg, from AIDS, hairy cell leukemia, immunosuppressive chemotherapy).

SPECIFICATION SUMMARY

Antigen: Cell extract of M. avium obtained from the National Veterinary Services Laboratories, Ames, Iowa.
Host Species: Mouse
Specificity: These antibodies recognize M. avium. They do not cross-react with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Mycobacterium phlei, Corynebacterium bovis, or Mycoplasma bovis.

APPLICATIONS

These antibodies have been qualified for use in ELISA to detect M. avium. Endusers should determine optimal concentrations for their applications.

DILUTION INSTRUCTIONS

Dilute in PBS or medium that is identical to that used in the assay system.

STORAGE AND STABILITY

These antibodies are stable for at least one (1) year at -20° to -70°C. Store product in appropriate aliquots to avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.

For in vitro investigational use only. Not intended for use in therapeutic or diagnostic procedures.

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