Bovine Serum Albumin, BSA (3%, PBS)
CAT#: IBB-101
- Useful in cell culture, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques
- Maintains protein integrity while regulating pH and osmotic pressure
- Ready-to-use solution tested for pH
Available sizes:
Product Description
The 3% Bovine Serum Albumin (BSA) Buffer is used in laboratory settings to stabilize enzymes during reactions, enhance signals in immunoassays through blocking non-specific binding, and as a protein standard. BSA is used as a diluent of primary and secondary antibodies for immunoassays and as a blocking agent. This product is buffered with Phosphate Buffered Saline.
Specifications
Method: | Filtered through 0.22-micron filter. |
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Storage: | -20°C |
Synonym: | BSA |
pH: | 7.40 ± 0.20 |
QC Testing: | Appearance, pH |
Notes: | Avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store in small aliquots. |
Component Name | CAS | Molecular Weight | Concentration |
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Bovine Serum Albumin | 9048-46-8 | 68 kDa | 3% |
Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Anhydrous | 7558-79-4 | 141.96 | 10.1 mM |
Potassium Phosphate Monobasic Anhydrous | 7778-77-0 | 136.09 | 1.76 mM |
Potassium Chloride | 7447-40-7 | 74.55 | 2.7 mM |
Sodium Chloride | 7647-14-5 | 58.44 | 137 mM |
Water | 7732-18-5 | 18.02 | Rest |