MyBioSource.com's AFP Antibody is a Rabbit Polyclonal antibody. This antibody has been shown to work in applications such as: ELISA, Immunohistochemistry, and Western Blot.
Description
Description: Binds copper, nickel, and fatty acids as well as, and bilirubin less well than, serum albumin. Only a small percentage (less than 2%) of the human AFP shows estrogen-binding properties.
Subunit Structure: Dimeric and trimeric forms have been found in addition to the monomeric form.
Post-translational Modifications: Independent studies suggest heterogeneity of the N-terminal sequence of the mature protein and of the cleavage site of the signal sequence. Sulfated.
Similarity: Belongs to the ALB/AFP/VDB family