Abpcorp
All Products​American Biochemical & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (ABP Corp) is a UK-based biotechnology company specializing in the production of high-quality reagents for clinical diagnostics, particularly in the field of hemostasis and platelet function. With over 20 years of experience, ABP Corp has established itself as a reliable supplier to laboratories and manufacturers worldwide.
Core Products
Ristocetin Sulfate
ABP Corp is renowned for its production of Ristocetin Sulfate, a critical reagent used in the diagnosis of von Willebrand Disease. Their Ristocetin is utilized in both the Ristocetin Cofactor Activity Assay and the Ristocetin-Induced Platelet Aggregation (RIPA) test. Notably, ABP Corp has maintained a consistent supply with no backorders or product recalls, and recent studies support a 36-month shelf life for their Ristocetin product. ​
Platelet Function Reagents
ABP Corp offers a comprehensive range of lyophilized reagents for platelet function testing, including:​
- Collagen (Type I): For routine platelet aggregation studies.​
- Lyophilized Platelets: Standardized human platelet suspensions for quantifying von Willebrand Factor activity.​
- ADP (Adenosine-5'-diphosphate): Used in evaluating qualitative platelet function disorders.​
- Epinephrine: For assessing platelet dysfunction or activation.​
- Arachidonic Acid: Used in studies of platelet function, especially in the context of aspirin-induced dysfunction.​
- TRAP-6: A synthetic peptide that activates the thrombin receptor, serving as an alternative to thrombin in platelet activation studies. ​
RICOF and ELISA Kits
In addition to individual reagents, ABP Corp provides Ristocetin Cofactor (RICOF) assay kits and various ELISA kits designed for the detection and quantification of specific proteins and antibodies in clinical samples.