Description

Tuberculin PPD is a purified protein derivative used as a diagnostic agent for detecting tuberculosis infection. Its high specificity and standardized potency are critical for accurate immunological testing in both human and veterinary medicine. This product is essential for healthcare providers, public health programs, and veterinary diagnostic laboratories conducting tuberculin skin tests.

Application

• Human Tuberculosis Diagnosis: Primary agent for the Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST) to detect latent or active TB infection.
• Veterinary Diagnostics: Used in intradermal testing for bovine tuberculosis and tuberculosis in other animal species.
• Epidemiological Surveillance: Employed in public health screening programs and contact tracing studies.
• Clinical Research: Serves as a standard antigen in immunological studies related to mycobacterial diseases.
• Quality Control Reference: Acts as a biological reference standard for calibrating other diagnostic reagents.
• Immune Response Evaluation: Used to assess cell-mediated immunity in immunocompromised patients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tuberculin PPD
CAS No.	90706-10-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Tuberculin Purified Protein Derivative; Tuberculin PPD; PPD Tuberculin; Purified Protein Derivative of Tuberculin; Tuberkulin; Old Tuberculin Derivative; Mantoux Antigen; Tuberculin (PPD); Mycobacterial Antigen PPD
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tuberculin PPD is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and biological activity. Each lot is tested for potency, specificity, sterility, and the absence of pyrogens. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing compliance with relevant pharmacopoeial standards (e.g., USP, EP) where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. Do not freeze. Keep the container in a dry place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to faint yellow powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (Biological Activity)	Conforms
Potency (Biological Units)	As per COA
Protein Content	≥ 95% (by UV)
Sterility Test	Sterile
Bacterial Endotoxins	< As per grade requirement
pH (in solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Moisture Content (Karl Fischer)	< 5.0%

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