Antithrombin (Biotin)

Store product at 4 degree C if to be used immediately within two weeks. For long-term storage, aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and store at -20 degree C. Aliquots are stable at -20 degree C for 12 months after receipt. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

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.