Streptococcus Group A antibody MBS534252 from MyBioSource.com

Description

Affinity purified Goat polyclonal Streptococcus Group A antibody
S. pyogenes, also known as Group A Streptococcus (GAS), is the causative agent in Group A streptococcal infections, including streptococcal pharyngitis ("strep throat" AmE), acute rheumatic fever, scarlet fever, acute glomerulonephritis and necrotizing fasciitis. Other Streptococcus species may also possess the Group A antigen, but human infections by non-S. pyogenes GAS strains (some S. dysgalactiae subsp. equisimilis and S. anginosus Group strains) appear to be uncommon

Product Specs
ItemStreptococcus Group A antibody
CompanyMyBioSource.com
Price $200.00Supplier Page View Company Product Page
Catalog NumberMBS534252
Concentration1.0 mg/ml
Quantity1 mg
ApplicationsLateral Flow (LF)
PurityAffinity Purified
ImmunogenGroup A Streptococcus
ReactivityStreptococcus
TargetStreptococcus Group A
Conjugate/TagUnconjugated
HostGoat
ClonalityPolyclonal
Format20mM PBS, pH 7.2 with 0.1% NaN3

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Questions and Answers

Can this antibody be used to detect Group A Streptococcus in clinical samples?

Yes, the Streptococcus Group A antibody is designed to react specifically with Group A Streptococcus, which is the causative agent of various infections such as strep throat and acute rheumatic fever. Its application in lateral flow assays suggests it can be effectively utilized for detecting Group A Streptococcus in clinical samples.

Is this antibody suitable for use in immunological assays beyond lateral flow?

The primary application noted for this antibody is in lateral flow assays. While it may potentially be used in other immunological assays, such as ELISA or Western blotting, there is no specific information provided regarding its performance in those applications.

What type of samples can I use this antibody on?

The Streptococcus Group A antibody is intended for use in detecting the presence of Group A Streptococcus in various sample types, although specific sample types are not detailed. Typically, clinical specimens such as throat swabs or other biological fluids could be appropriate, but further validation would be necessary for specific applications.

What is the host species for this antibody, and how does that affect its use?

This antibody is produced in goats, which are commonly used as host species for generating polyclonal antibodies. The goat-derived antibody may provide a broad range of reactivity against the Group A Streptococcus antigens, enhancing its utility in various applications, particularly in detecting bacterial infections.