HEV ORF2 (452-617 a.a.)
Hepatitis E Virus ORF2 (452-617 a.a.) Recombinant

Introduction:
Hepatitis E virus (HEV), the major etiologic agent of enterically transmitted non-A, non-B hepatitis worldwide, is a spherical, non-enveloped, single stranded RNA virus that is approximately 32 to 34 nm in diameter. HEV belongs to a genus of HEV-like viruses (unassigned genus). HEV has a single-stranded polyadenylated RNA genome of approximately 8 kb. Based on its physicochemical properties it is presumed to be a calici-like virus.

Description:
The E.Coli derived HEV protein contains the HEV immunodominant regions from ORF2 452-617 a.a.

Purification Method:
HEV ORF2 protein was purified by proprietary chromatographic technique.

Purity:
HEV ORF2 protein is >95% pure as determined by 10% PAGE (coomassie staining).

Formulation:
25mM Tris-HCl, 1mM EDTA, 0.5M urea and 50% glycerol.

Storage:
HEV ORF2 protein is shipped at ambient temperature.
Upon arrival, Store at -20°C.

Stability:
Five years frozen. One month in solution at room temperature.

Specificity:
Immunoreactive with sera HEV-infected individuals.

Applications:
HEV ORF2 antigen is suitable for ELISA and Western blots, excellent antigen for detection of HEV with minimal specificity problems.

Usage:
ProSpec's products are furnished for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY.They may not be used as drugs,agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.