CA 19-9 (Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9, Sialylated Lewis A, LEA)

Antibodies / Antibodies-Cancer Markers

-20°C

Supplied as a liquid in 10mM TRIS, pH 7.5, 150mM sodium chloride, 0.05% sodium azide.

Human CA19-9 antigen

CA19-9 (carbohydrate antigen 19-9 or sialylated Lewis (a) antigen) is a blood test from the tumor marker category. It was discovered in patients with colon cancer and pancreatic cancer in 1981. Increased levels of CA19-9 are also found in non-malignant conditions, such as Mirizzi's syndrome and diseases of the bile ducts and liver.

Applications:
Suitable for use in ELISA and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications have not been tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.