b-Endorphin

Lyophilized powder may be stored at 4 °C for short-term only. Reconstitute to nominal volume by adding sterile 40-50% glycerol and store at -20 °C. Reconstituted product is stable for 12 months at -20 °C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.

Recognizes beta-Endorphin (human) and beta-Endorphin (bovine, camel, ovine). Does not react to [Met 5]-Ekephalin, [Leu 5]-Ekephalin, Dynorphin A (1-13), ACTH (rat, human), PTH (1-84) bovine and VIP. Specific for this peptide and is suitable for immunocytochemical detection of bet-Endorphin.