New Virostat Inc. Monoclonal Antibodies to the Dengue Virus NS1

May 17, 2012 -- Dengue Virus is endemic in tropical countries world wide. It causes an insect-borne (mosquitoes) infection that manifests as Dengue Fever.

However the infection can progress to more serious conditions including hemorrhagic fever. There are 4 serotypes of the virus and all are capable of causing disease.

A non-structural glycoprotein (NS1) is produced during acute infection and can be found at high levels in patient serum. ViroStat has released several new monoclonal antibodies to the NS1 of Dengue virus. These antibodies recognize the NS1 protein of all 4 Dengue serotypes and are powerful tools for researchers and developers of rapid detection methods. To download the data sheet for these NEW Antibodies and to obtain pricing, go to the ViroStat website at www.virostat-inc.com or call 207-856-6620

ViroStat, Inc. is a primary manufacturer of infectious disease antigens and antibodies, supplying researchers and manufacturers since 1985. Specialties include high affinity antibodies to Flu A, Flu B, RSV & Strep A for use in rapid lateral flow devices as well as antibodies to food-borne pathogens and toxins. Also, many specificities to HCV, HBV, CMV & EBV for use in anti-viral HTS assays

ViroStat, Inc.

PO Box 8522

Portland, ME 04104 USA

Phone: 207-856-6620

Fax: 207-856-6864

E-mail: info@virostat-inc.com

Web: www.virostat-inc.com

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