MSP1 Antibody

Mab-Pf-MSP1 is a monoclonal antibody that recognizes the Plasmodium falciparum Merozoite Surface Protein 1 (MSP1), a major surface antigen expressed during the blood stage of malaria infection. It is widely used for immunological assays such as ELISA, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and studies investigating parasite invasion, MSP1 processing, and malaria vaccine development.

1. What is MSP1 antibody?
Mab-Pf-MSP1 is a purified mouse monoclonal IgG antibody that specifically targets the merozoite surface protein 1 (MSP1) of Plasmodium falciparum.

2. What species is MSP1 antibody derived from?
Mab-Pf-MSP1 is produced in mouse and is supplied as a purified mouse IgG monoclonal antibody.

3. What antigen does Pf-MSP1 antibody recognize?
The antibody specifically recognizes merozoite surface protein 1 (MSP1) from Plasmodium falciparum.

4. Does MSP1 antibody cross-react with Plasmodium vivax MSP1?
No. Mab-Pf-MSP1 has no cross-reactivity with merozoite surface protein 1 (MSP1) from Plasmodium vivax.

5. What is the format of MSP1 antibody?
The antibody is supplied as purified IgG in liquid form, making it ready for use or further dilution.

6. How is MSP1 antibody purified?
The antibody is purified from mouse ascites fluid using Protein A chromatography and has a purity greater than 90%.

7. What is the concentration of MSP1 antibody?
Pf-MSP1 antibody is supplied at a concentration that ranges between 0.5mg-2mg/mL

8. What buffer is MSP1 antibody supplied in?
The antibody is provided in PBS containing 25 mM potassium carbonate (K₂CO₃).

9. Does MSP1 antibody contain a preservative?
Yes. The formulation contains 0.05% sodium azide as a preservative.

10. What applications is MSP1 antibody recommended for?
MSP1 antibody is recommended for ELISA applications and is suggested to be diluted more than 1:750 for indirect ELISA.

11. What dilution is recommended for indirect ELISA?
For indirect ELISA, a dilution greater than 1:750 is recommended. Users may optimize the dilution depending on their assay conditions.

12. How should MSP1 antibody be stored?
Store the antibody at 4°C for short-term use. For long-term storage, keep it at −20°C.

13. Why should the vial be centrifuged before opening?
The vial should be centrifuged before opening to ensure complete recovery of the contents and minimize product loss.

14. What is the purity of MSP1 Antibody?
The antibody has a purity of greater than 90%, as determined following Protein A chromatography purification.

15. Is MSP1 antibody supplied in liquid or lyophilized form?
Mab-Pf-MSP1 is supplied in liquid form as purified IgG.

16. Can MSP1 antibody be used to distinguish Plasmodium falciparum from Plasmodium vivax?
Yes. Since MSP1 antibody specifically recognizes P. falciparum MSP1 and does not cross-react with P. vivax MSP1, it can be useful in studies requiring species-specific detection.