A recombinant partial protein sequence (within amino acids 200-400) from the human protein was used as the immunogen for the Alpha-1-Antitrypsin antibody.
It recognizes a protein of 54kDa, which is identified antitrypsin (AAT). The immunohistochemical staining of AAT is useful in identification of benign and malignant hepatic tumors and yolk sac carcinomas. Positive staining for AAT is also used in detection of benign and malignant lesions of histiocytic nature. This antibody is may also useful tool in the screening of patients with cryptogenic cirrhosis or other forms of liver disease with fibrosis of uncertain origin.
