One neutralization unit is the amount of antiserum required to neutralize one unit of human interferon alpha (Hu-IFN-alpha) to a 50% endpoint
Storage & Safety
Storage
Aliquot and store at -70 deg C or lower. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles
Endotoxin Levels
<1 EU/ug
General Information
Biological Significance
Interferons (IFNs) are proteins made and released by lymphocytes in response to the presence of pathogens-such as viruses, bacteria, or parasites-or tumor cells. They allow communication between cells to trigger the protective defenses of the immune system that eradicate pathogens or tumors.
