I9385

Anti-Human IgM (μ-chain specific) antibody produced in rabbit

whole antiserum

• MDL number: MFCD00162459
• NACRES: NA.46

Properties

• biological source: rabbit
• Quality Level: 200
• conjugate: unconjugated
• antibody form: whole antiserum
• antibody product type: secondary antibodies
• clone: polyclonal
• contains: 15 mM sodium azide
• technique(s): indirect ELISA: 1:20,000
• shipped in: dry ice
• storage temp.: −20°C

Description

General description

IgM is a pentameric immunoglobulin, with each monomer having a light and heavy chain. The two types of IgM comprise natural and adaptive.

Application

Anti-Human IgM (μ-chain specific) antibody produced in rabbit has been used in enzyme linked immunosorbent assay.

Biochem/physiol Actions

IgM antibodies are present as pentamers in the serum and are produced in response to antigens.

IgM serves as prime antibody in providing defense. It activates complement C1q. It is regarded as a marker for identifying tumor-associated antigens. Hyper-IgM syndrome is implicated with high IgM levels accompanied by low IgA, IgG and IgE levels.

Preparation Note

treated to remove lipoproteins

Disclaimer

Unless otherwise stated in our catalog or other company documentation accompanying the product(s), our products are intended for research use only and are not to be used for any other purpose, which includes but is not limited to, unauthorized commercial uses, in vitro diagnostic uses, ex vivo or in vivo therapeutic uses or any type of consumption or application to humans or animals.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves