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Mumps NP Antibody (8H4) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2b antibody that detects Mumps NP by immunofluorescence (IF). Anti-Mumps NP antibody (8H4) plays a crucial role in studying the Mumps virus, which is a negative-sense single-stranded RNA paramyxovirus responsible for epidemic parotitis, characterized by fever and painful swelling of the salivary glands, particularly the parotid gland. The nucleoprotein, or nucleocapsid, of the Mumps virus is essential for its structure, as it encapsulates the viral RNA and provides stability to the viral genome. This structural integrity is vital for viral replication and host cell infection, making the nucleoprotein a key target for diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. The presence of specific antigens on Mumps NP can facilitate virus identification in clinical samples, thereby aiding in Mumps infection diagnosis. Mumps NP monoclonal antibody (8H4) is particularly valuable for researchers investigating Mumps virus pathogenesis and immune response, contributing to a better understanding of this significant health threat, especially in regions where vaccination rates are low.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Mumps NP Antibody (8H4) | sc-57922 | 100 µg/ml | $322.00 |