Alpha-1-microglobulin

This gene encodes a complex glycoprotein secreted in plasma. The precursor is proteolytically processed into distinct functioning proteins: alpha-1-microglobulin, which belongs to the superfamily of lipocalin transport proteins and may play a role in the regulation of inflammatory processes, and bikunin, which is a urinary trypsin inhibitor belonging to the superfamily of Kunitz-type protease inhibitors and plays an important role in many physiological and pathological processes. This gene is located on chromosome 9 in a cluster of lipocalin genes.

2-8C for immediate use, or at -20C (aliquot)

Greater than 98% determined by SDS-PAGE.

Because no test method can offer complete assurance that products derived from human source will not transmit infectious agents, it is recommended that this product be handled with the same precautions used for patient specimens.