Mycobacterium (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.

Recognizes Mycobacterium. Crossreactivity: all mycobacterium species tested (M. bovis, M. scrofuleceum, M. kansaii, M. avium/intracellulare, M. cheloni). Demonstrates slight cross-reactivity with Rhidococcus and Nocardia.