HIV-2 Envelope Recombinant ( HIV-2 Envelope )

Catalog # PT_41006

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$315.00
DescriptionHIV-2 Envelope recombinant- composes all of the reported immunogenic determinants found in gp39. The gene encoding this fusion protein was synthesized using codons optimized for E.coli expression and doesn't represent a linear HIV-2
Product Size: 100ug
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Formulation
50mM Tris-HCl & 6M urea, pH 7.2.
Purity
Greater than 95.0% as determined by HPLC analysis and SDS-PAGE.
Applications
HIV-2 Envelope antigen in ELISA and Western blots, excellent antigen for early detection of HIV seroconvertors with minimal specificity problems.
Description
HIV-2 Envelope recombinant- composes all of the reported immunogenic determinants found in gp39. The gene encoding this fusion protein was synthesized using codons optimized for E.coli expression and doesnt represent a linear HIV-2 envelope sequence. HIV-
Protein Background
HIV-1 and HIV-2 appear to package their RNA differently. HIV-1 binds to any appropriate RNA whereas HIV-2 preferentially binds to mRNA which creates the Gag protein itself. This means that HIV-1 is better able to mutate. HIV-2 is transmitted in the same w
Expression host
Escherichia Coli.
Reagent Appearance
Sterile filtered colorless clear solution.
Stability
HIV-2 Envelope although stable at 4°C for 1 week, should be stored below -18°C. Please prevent freeze thaw cycles.
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