CD5 (Lymphocyte antigen T1/Leu 1, p56 62, T cell surface glycoprotein CD5, T1) (APC)

• Gene Name:

  [CD5]

• Reactivity:

  Human

• Storage Conditions:

  May be stored at 4 degree C before opening. DO NOT FREEZE! Stable at 4 degree C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use. Stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Allophycocyanin (APC) is light sensitive.

• Specificity:

  Reacts with CD5 antigen (MW 67kD). LT1 completely cross block binding of MAbs Leu 1 and OKT1. Working dilution: 1:5,000. LT1/CD5 is present on the majority of human T-cells. This antigen is also found on the neoplastic cells in all cases of B cell chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, but is not present on normal B cells or on other cell populations.

• Short Name:

  [CD5]

• CAS Number:

  9007-83-4