Babesia microti GPI12 (BmGPI12 Antigen, p41 protein)

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Introduction

Babesia parasites are obligate intraerythrocytic protozoa capable of invading a wide range of vertebrate hosts. Babesia microti has emerged as a new life-threatening zoonosis in the world causing a disease in humans and rodents. The infection is usually asymptomatic. However, immunocompromised and elder people may develop moderate to serious symptoms.

Description

GPI12 is a member of GPI anchored membrane proteins that represent a specific marker of Babesia infection.

Application

ELISA, Western blot, LIA, Protein arrays

Purification method

Affinity chromatography.

Formulation

Liquid, does not contain glycerol. Protein conc. 2 mg/ml. MW 60kDa including GST tag.

Specificity

Highly immunoreactive fusion protein containing a major part of GPI12 antigen (XP_012648767.1: 13..328aa). MW 60 kDa with GST (GPI12 alone MW 34kDa).

Storage

-80°C. Aliquot upon arrival.