Thrombospondin (TSP)

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 human TSP. Inhibits TSP-collagen interaction. Its binding to TSP is unaffected by glycosaminoglycans (e.g. hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate and heparin). Its binding is enhanced by EDTA i.e. at low conc. of Ca2+. It shows no crossreactivity with fibronectin, fibrinogen and von Willebrand factor. Shows a mild crossreaction with TSP 2. Species Crossreactivity: Bovine, porcine, equine, canine, sheep, mouse, and rat.