Influenza A, H3N2

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 after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.

Recognizes Influenza A H3 antigen. Reacts strongly with the following H3N2 strains: A. Wuhan/396/95; A. Johannesburg/ 33/94; A. Shandung/93; A. Shanghai/16/89; All CA Strains 1986 to Present. No reactivity shown with the following H1N1 strains: A.Taiwan/1/86; A. Texas/36/91; A. USSR/90/77; All CA strains 1986 to present. No reactivity shown to Influenza B strains.