HPV-16 (Human Papilloma Virus 16)

Product Specifications

Gene Name

[HPV-16]

Reactivity

Type 16 of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV-16)

Storage Conditions

Antibody with azide: store at 2 to 8 degree C.<br>Antibody without azide: store at -20 to -80 degree C.<br>Antibody is stable for 24 months. Non-hazardous. No MSDS required.

Specificity

Reacts with E6 protein of human papilloma virus type 16 (HPV-16. Infection with specific types of HPV has been associated with an increased risk of developing cervical neoplasia. HPV types 6 and 11 have been associated with relatively benign diseases such as genital warts but types 16 and 18 are strongly associated with cervical, vaginal, and vulvar malignancies. The antibody reacts very strongly with formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissues containing HPV-16.