The HDV genome exists as a negative sense, single-stranded, closed circular RNA. Because of a nucleotide sequence that is 70% self-complementary, the HDV genome forms a partially double stranded RNA structure that is described as rod-like. With a genome of ~1700 nucleotides, It has been proposed that HDV may have originated from a class of plant viruses called viroids. Evidence in support of this hypothesis stems from the fact that both HDV and viroids exist as single-stranded, closed circular RNAs that have rod-like structures. Likewise, both HDV and viroids contain RNA sequences that can assume catalytically active structures called ribozymes.
Source:Recombinant protein corresponding to the HDV immunodominant regions, aa1-108, aa151-209, expressed in E. coli.
Specificity:Immunoreactive with sera of HDV-infected individuals.
Applications:Suitable for use as an antigen in ELISA and Western Blot, excellent for detection of HDV with minimal specificity problems. 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. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
仕様
Size：100ug
Source Antigen：Recombinant, E. coli
Grade：Highly Purified
Purity：Highly Purified (~95%)
Form：Supplied as a liquid in 10mM carbonate, pH 10.0, 100mM sodium chloride, 50% glycerol.
