MART-1 (Melanoma Antigen Recognized by T-cells 1, Melan-A)

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 human MART-1 at ~18kD. Labels melanomas and other tumors showing melanocytic differentiation. Does not label tumor cells of epithelial, lymphoid, glial or mesenchymal origin. Species Crossreactivity: Equine. Does not crossreact with mouse or rat.