HEV ORF3
Hepatitis E Virus ORF3 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 is fused with beta-galactosidase at the N-Terminus and contains the HEV immunodominant ORF3 92-123 a.a.

Purification Method:
HEV ORF3 protein was purified by proprietary chromatographic technique.

Purity:
HEV ORF3 protein is >95% pure as determined by 10% PAGE (coomassie staining).

Formulation:
20mM Tris-HCl, pH-8, 10mM B-ME and 8M urea.

Storage:
HEV ORF3 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 ORF3 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 RESEARCHUSEONLY.They may not be used as drugs,agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.