Hi Heather,

The only source for anti-BK virus I found in Linscott's Directory is
Chemicon but it appears that it is for frozens only.
We have been using an antibody on FFPE tissue that was developed in house
many years ago but we are not at liberty to share unfortunately.  I wish I
had any sort of documentation on the development of our antibody but I
don't.  There may be other sources of "homemade" brew out there; hope you
get some positive responses.

Linda A. Sebree, HT
University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics
Immunohistochemistry/In Situ Hybridization Laboratory
D4/218-2472
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI  53792-2472


(608)265-6596
FAX: (608)263-1568

> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Mcleod, H, Heather [SMTP:HMCLEOD@chempath.uct.ac.za]
> Sent:	Thursday, September 07, 2000 6:57 AM
> To:	histonet@pathology.swmed.edu
> Subject:	Ab to BK virus
>
> Dear Histonetters
>
> Is anyone aware of an antibody to the BK virus that can be used on
> FFPE material?  One of our pathologists would like it on our
> renal biopsies and any information regarding it would be most
> appreciated.
> I have been through some 15 catalogues trying to source this Ab. I
> have been able to find only one supplier and the Ab is for use on
> cryostat sections.
> Thanks for all forthcoming help and suggestions!!
> Have  a nice day
> Heather