HAV Antibodies

HAV antibodies are designed to specifically target the Hepatitis A Virus (HAV), a highly contagious virus that causes acute liver infection. Hepatitis A is primarily transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food or water, leading to symptoms ranging from mild flu-like illness to severe liver dysfunction. Unlike other hepatitis viruses, HAV does not lead to chronic infection, but it can cause significant liver inflammation during acute infection.

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Hepatitis A is an RNA virus belonging to the Picornaviridae family. Upon infection, HAV targets hepatocytes (liver cells) and triggers an immune response, leading to inflammation and liver damage. The body produces specific antibodies against HAV, including IgM and IgG. IgM antibodies appear early during infection and are indicative of an acute infection, while IgG antibodies provide long-term immunity and are usually present after recovery or vaccination. 

Application

HAV antibodies are applied in a variety of diagnostic and research applications, including:

  • Western Blotting (WB): Used to detect and analyze HAV proteins in research studies. WB with HAV antibodies can help study viral structure, expression patterns, and immune responses, providing insights into how the virus interacts with the host immune system.
  • Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Employed to localize HAV antigens within tissue sections, particularly liver biopsies. IHC with HAV antibodies can help visualize viral presence and distribution in infected tissues, which is useful for studying the pathology of HAV infection and understanding how the virus affects liver cells.
  • Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs): HAV antibodies are also used in point-of-care rapid diagnostic kits that allow for quick screening of HAV infection. These tests can be deployed in field settings, helping to control outbreaks by identifying infected individuals swiftly.
  • Neutralization Assays: Utilized in research to assess the efficacy of potential vaccines or therapeutic agents. HAV antibodies are used to determine whether antibodies generated by a vaccine can neutralize the virus and prevent infection, contributing to the development of effective immunization strategies.

These applications make HAV antibodies essential tools for advancing the understanding of Hepatitis A, improving diagnostic accuracy, and aiding in the prevention of outbreaks. They are crucial for monitoring public health, studying the immune response to HAV, and evaluating the effectiveness of vaccines. 

AffiAB® HAVR2 Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-PNB-08488
Size: 1 Unit
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AffiAB® HAVCR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-FNB-04683
Size: 100 μL
452.00 452.0 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-FNB-04682
Size: 100 μL
452.00 452.0 USD
AffiAB® HAVR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-SBT-11266
Size: 50 μL
146.33 146.33 USD
AffiAB® HAVR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-SBT-11265
Size: 100 μL
216.15 216.15 USD
AffiAB® Anti-HAV VP1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BMG-2468
Size: 100 µl
339.85 339.85 USD
AffiAB® Anti-HAV 2C Antibody
CAT# AFG-BMG-2461
Size: 100 µl
339.85 339.85 USD
AffiAB® Anti-HAV VP3 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BMG-2453
Size: 100 µl
339.85 339.85 USD
AffiAB®​​ Integrin AlphaV Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-BTL-06742
Size: 100 uL
382.50 382.5 USD
AffiAB®​​ HAVR2 Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-BTL-05811
Size: 100 uL
382.50 382.5 USD
382.50 382.5 USD
815.00 815.0 USD
AffiAB® Anti-HAVCR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BRB-19767
Size: 50 μL
552.30 552.3000000000001 USD
815.00 815.0 USD
857.40 857.4 USD
AffiAB® Anti-TIM-3 HAVCR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BRB-08539
Size: 0.1mg
756.15 756.15 USD
AffiAB® Anti-ZC3HAV1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BRB-07835
Size: 0.1mg
756.15 756.15 USD
AffiAB® Anti-TIM-1 HAVCR1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-BRB-07315
Size: 0.1mg
756.15 756.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR2 Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-PAB-06240
Size: 150 µL
Conjugation: Unconjugated
1,112.50 1112.5 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-PAB-06239
Size: 100 µL
Conjugation: Unconjugated
533.50 533.5 USD
AffiAB® HAVgp1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-IVA-13082
Size: 0.2 mg
Terminal: N/A
894.65 894.65 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR2 Antibody - HRP Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13081
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR2 Antibody - FITC Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13080
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR2 Antibody - Biotin Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13079
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR2 Antibody
CAT# AFG-IVA-13078
Size: 50 µL
Terminal: N/A
1,002.65 1002.65 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Antibody - HRP Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13076
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Antibody - FITC Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13075
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Antibody - Biotin Conjugated
CAT# AFG-IVA-13074
Size: 100 µg
Terminal: N/A
719.15 719.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVCR1 Antibody
CAT# AFG-IVA-13073
Size: 0.1 mg
Terminal: N/A
800.15 800.15 USD
AffiAB® HAVR2 Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody
CAT# AFG-EKA-10691
Size: 100 µL
246.00 246.0 USD