ACE2 was identified as a key receptor on target cells for SARS-CoV in 2002. ACE2 is the entry receptor of SARS-CoV-2 & is the cause of COVID-19.
ACE2 & Functional Receptor for SARS Coronaviruses
Mobilised LeukoPak Collections
Caltag Medsystems offers Mobilised LEUKOMAX® Leukopak units from healthy, normal human donors. Through the process, donors are prepped with injections of G-CSF (Granulocyte-Colony Stimulating Factor – also known as Neupogen®), Plerixafor (also known as Mozobil®) or a combination of the
Now Available: Covid-19 Tissue Samples
We are pleased to announce that we now have access to COVID-19 specimens including blood-derived specimens from confirmed COVID-19 positive donors and recovered donors. Specimen Types Available: – Nasal, nasopharyngeal and throat swabs – Saliva and sputum – Blood-derived biofluids
SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies from ProSci
To support the efforts of researchers worldwide in understanding and combating SARS-CoV-2, ProSci Inc has developed and manufactured COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2, 2019-nCoV) antibodies and research reagents against the virus, and virus receptor ACE2. Polyclonal antibodies and monoclonal antibodies are available against
COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 Detection Kits
With the COVID-19 pandemic, Caltag Medsystems are pleased to be able to supply Coronavirus-19/ SARS-CoV-2 detection kits and research tools. Below is a summary of the 3 main categories of COVID-19 assays we have to offer: Lateral Flow Immunoassays, ELISA
Screening for COVID-19 T-Cell Peptides and Immune Monitoring with MHC Tetramers In A Single Assay
COVID-19 infected cells can be recognized by T-cells only after SARS-CoV-2 peptides are processed and presented in the context of self MHCs. Identifying these peptides have essential utilities: Immune monitoring: Using peptide-MHC tetramers to assess vaccine-induced immunity Designing potent vaccines
Interleukin-6 release in response to Coronavirus 19
Coronavirus 19 is known to infect the respiratory tract and cause mild or highly acute respiratory syndrome. A consequence of this is the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines, including interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-6 (1). This hyperinflammatory response is thought to be
Fresh or Frozen Primary Cells: Helpful tips for choosing the right format for your research.
Fresh or Frozen Primary Cells: Which one should I choose? Deciding to purchase fresh or frozen primary cells may not be as simple as you think. There are many factors that may influence your decision, such as cell type, cell
StemExpress NEW Frozen Leukopak
Basic biomedical research into many human diseases and disorders often starts with living, functional cells and allows extraordinary scientific and technological advances in medical science. Yet, potential delays in accessing these cells can hinder forward progress of research and postpone
Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells: A Brief Review
Peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) are a diverse mixture of highly specialized immune cells that play key roles in keeping our bodies healthy. This brief review tells a short story about PBMCs starting with their origin, the different immune cells