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Mouse Anti-Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease Virus Monoclonal Antibody
Product Overview
BioVenic mouse monoclonal antibody is specific for the psittacine beak and feather disease virus. It can be applied to ELISA and IHC to help researchers detect or develop diagnosis assays of psittacine beak and feather disease virus infection.
Specifications
Target Information
Psittacine beak and feather disease virus (PBFDV) is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects parrots, including psittacine birds such as parakeets, cockatoos, and macaws. It belongs to the Circoviridae family and the genus Circovirus. PBFDV spread occurs through contact with contaminated feathers, dander, and other bodily secretions. Infected chicks may experience growth retardation and may fail to develop normal feathers and beaks.
Shipping and Storage
This product is shipped with dry ice. Store at -20°C on receipt (up to 12 months). Avoid repeated freezing and thawing as this may denature the antibody.
Documents
The product is for research use only.
Not for commercial, prophylactic, diagnostic, or therapeutic applications.
References
- Ko, Jackie Cheuk Kei, et al. "Prevalence, genotypes, and infection risk factors of psittacine beak and feather disease virus and budgerigar fledgling disease virus in captive birds in Hong Kong." Archives of virology 169.5 (2024): 91.