Transferrins are iron-binding blood plasma glycoproteins that control the level of free iron in biological fluids.
In humans, it is encoded by the TF gene.
Transferrin is a glycoprotein that binds iron very tightly but reversibly.
Although iron bound to transferrin is less than 0.1% (4 mg) of the total body iron, it is the most important iron pool, with the highest rate of turnover (25 mg/24 h).
Transferrin has a molecular weight of around 80kD and contains 2 specific high-affinity Fe(III) binding sites.
Applications:Suitable for use in ELISA.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at 4°C for short-term only.
Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
Store at -20°C.
Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt.
For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
