Chicken IgM Antibody

Chicken IgM whole molecule was prepared from normal serum by a multi-step process which includes delipidation, selective precipitation and tandem molecular sieve chromatography followed by extensive dialysis against the buffer stated above. Chicken IgM whole molecule assayed by immunoelectrophoresis resulted in a single precipitin arc against anti-Chicken Serum and anti-Chicken IgM (μ chain specific) . No reaction was observed against anti-Chicken IgG F (c) . Some light chain cross reactivity will occur with anti-Chicken IgG. Analysis by SDS-PAGE was used to show purity at greater than 95%. Some high molecular weight banding may be visible. A minor band at ~50 kDa may also be visible.

Chicken IgM whole molecule is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use. For extended storage mix with an equal volume of glycerol, aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature.