BIO-RAD Leucoperm™

Flow cytometric analyses with monoclonal antibodies have been restricted primarily to cell surface molecules. Intracellular structures such as cytoplasmic or nuclear enzymes, oncoproteins, cytokines, immunoglobulins etc. were largely excluded from such studies.

Also excluded from flow cytometric studies were cytoplasmic localisations of well established membrane molecules such as CD3 and CD22.

LEUCOPERM™ reagents allow intracellular antigen analysis with the same ease as surface antigens. The only prerequisite is the availability of suitable antibody conjugates. Most commercially available monoclonal antibody conjugates can be used with LEUCOPERM™ reagents. Some determinants are sensitive, however, to the fixation step involved. This and the optimal fixation time may have to be determined experimentally for each antibody conjugate.

Applications of Leucoperm™

This product has been reported to work in the following applications. This information is derived from testing within our laboratories, peer-reviewed publications or personal communications from the originators. Please refer to references indicated for further information. For general protocol recommendations, please visit the antibody protocols page.