Description

Hepatitis C Virus Envelope 2 Protein is a critical recombinant antigen used in the research and development of diagnostic assays and therapeutic vaccines. This high-purity protein is essential for studying virus-host interactions, neutralizing antibody responses, and the pathogenesis of Hepatitis C. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and diagnostic manufacturers focused on virology and immunology.

Application

• Diagnostic Assay Development: Key component in ELISA, Western Blot, and rapid test kits for the detection of HCV-specific antibodies.
• Vaccine Research: Serves as a target antigen in preclinical studies for prophylactic and therapeutic HCV vaccine candidates.
• Immunological Studies: Used to investigate humoral immune responses, epitope mapping, and neutralizing antibody characterization.
• Biomarker Discovery: Employed in proteomic research to identify and validate novel serological markers for HCV infection.
• Quality Control Reagent: Acts as a reference standard and positive control in the quality assurance of diagnostic kits.
• Antiviral Drug Screening: Utilized in high-throughput screening platforms to identify compounds that inhibit viral envelope protein function.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hepatitis C Virus Envelope 2 Protein
CAS No.	157184-61-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	HCV E2 Protein; Hepatitis C Virus Glycoprotein E2; HCV Envelope Glycoprotein 2; HCV gpE2; Recombinant HCV Envelope Protein 2; HCV Envelope Antigen; HCV Viral Envelope Protein; HCV E2 Antigen
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and diagnostic use. Each batch is characterized for identity, purity, and biological activity using advanced analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, endotoxin levels, and functional data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed under inert atmosphere or desiccant after each use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	> 95%
Identification (Immunoassay)	Positive reactivity with anti-HCV antibodies
Protein Content (BCA)	> 90%
Endotoxin Level (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/µg
Solubility	Soluble in PBS or suitable aqueous buffer
Biological Activity (ELISA Binding)	Confirmed

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.