CD28

May be stored at 4 degree C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degree C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

Recognizes the 44kD antigen found on a sub-population of T-cells and activated B cells. These CD28+ CD8 cells are now known to be cytotoxic T-cell precursors. Will induce the proliferation of resting T lymphocytes. Does not react with B cells, granulocytes or monocytes. Does not crossreact with canine.

[T-cell-specific surface glycoprotein CD28 isoform 2; T-cell-specific surface glycoprotein CD28; T-cell-specific surface glycoprotein CD28; CD28 antigen; CD28 molecule; TP44]