Escherichia coli, O157 (E. coli) (FITC)

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. Caution: FITC conjugates are sensitive to light. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

Recognizes the "O" antigen of E. coli serotype O157. Cross-Reactivities: Salmonella O30 (hilversum) and Salmonella O30 (urbana). Non-reactive with E. coli serotypes O111, O125, O20 and O55.