Hepatitis C Virus Nucleocapsid (HCV) Recombinant Protein

Description: The HCV Core 24 genotype-1b, E Coli derived recombinant protein, contains the HCV core nucleocapsid immunodominant regions. The protein is fused with b-galactosidase (114 kDa) at N-terminus.

Introduction: HCV is a small 50nm, enveloped, single-stranded, positive sense RNAvirus in the family Flaviviridae. HCV has a high rate of replication with approximately one trillion particles produced each day in an infected individual. Due to lack of proofreading by the HCV RNA polymerase, the HCV has an exceptionally high mutation rate, a factor that may help it elude the host's immune response. Hepatitis C virus is classified into six genotypes(1-6) with several subtypes within each genotype. The preponderance and distribution of HCV genotypes varies globally. Genotype is clinically important in determining potential response to interferon-based therapy and the required duration of such therapy. Genotypes 1 and 4 are less responsive to interferon-based treatment than are the other genotypes (2, 3, 5 and 6).

Small volumes of HCV recombinant protein vial(s) may occasionally become entrapped in the seal of the product vial during shipment and storage. If necessary, briefly centrifuge the vial on a tabletop centrifuge to dislodge any liquid in the container`s cap. Certain products may require to ship with dry ice and additional dry ice fee may apply.

MBS142555 is a recombinant protein targeting HCV. Also known as Recombinant Hepatitis C Virus Nucleocapsid (core) 24.