Product Information
11615-1-PBS targets hCG Beta in IHC, ELISA applications and shows reactivity with human samples.
Tested Reactivity | human |
Host / Isotype | Rabbit / IgG |
Class | Polyclonal |
Type | Antibody |
Immunogen | hCG Beta fusion protein Ag2191 Predict reactive species |
Full Name | CG beta |
Calculated Molecular Weight | 165 aa, 18 kDa |
GenBank Accession Number | BC022796 |
Gene Symbol | hCG Beta |
Gene ID (NCBI) | 1082 |
RRID | AB_2877783 |
Conjugate | Unconjugated |
Form | Liquid |
Purification Method | Antigen affinity purification |
UNIPROT ID | P0DN86 |
Storage Buffer | PBS only, pH 7.3. |
Storage Conditions | Store at -80°C. |
Background Information
Beta-hCG (beta-human chorionic gonadotropin) is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. It is a critical marker used in both obstetrics and oncology for various diagnostic and monitoring purposes. hCG is composed of two subunits: an alpha subunit (similar to other glycoprotein hormones like LH, FSH, and TSH) and a unique beta subunit (β-hCG). The beta subunit is the primary focus for diagnostic tests due to its specificity. β-hCG is initially secreted by the syncytiotrophoblast cells surrounding the developing embryo and later by the placenta.