β₂-Microglobulin, Human Urine

Native β₂-microglobulin from human urine. A useful marker for the determination of AIDS progression in HIV-infected subjects. Increased levels may also indicate increased proliferation of tumor masses.

Native β₂-microglobulin from human urine. Single chain polypeptide that is the constant component of Class I MHC, which is located on most nucleated cells. It is also a normal constituent of serum and urine. Increased levels of this protein in the serum are used as a marker for impairments of renal function and a variety of lymphoproliferative diseases.

Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

In PBS, 150 mM NaCl, 20 mM phosphate buffer, pH 7.3.

Prepared from urine that has been shown by certified tests to be negative for HBsAg and for antibodies to HIV and HCV.

Following initial thaw, product can be stored at 4°C for up to 6 months.

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