Antithrombin (AP)

May be stored at 4 degree C before opening. DO NOT FREEZE! Stable at 4 degree C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use. Stable for 12 months after receipt. 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. Freezing alkaline phosphatase conjugates will result in a substantial loss of activity.

Recognizes human Antithrombin. Inhibits plasma ATIII activity in chromogenic thrombin assays in the presence of excess heparin. Blocks purified IIa inhibition activity and purified Xa inhibition activity in the absence of heparin. Species crossreactivity: Baboon plasma. Does not crossreact with bovine, canine or rabbit plasma.