Anti-Chorionic Gonadotropin, Human (hCG, Chorionic Gonadotropin alpha Polypeptide, Chorionic Gonadot

Human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG) is a 30kD hormone produced by placental syncytiotrophoblasts. hCG acts to maintain the corpus luteum until the developing placenta is able to produce the required levels of estrogen and progesterone. hCG shares a common alpha chain with the pituitary hormones FSH, TSH and LH, but has a unique beta chain. , Applications: , Suitable for use in ELISA. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: ELISA: 1:500-1:1000, Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.