BD-2 (Human) BioAssay(TM) ELISA Kit

The Human BD-2 ELISA Kit allows for the detection and quantification of human BD-2 proteins in serum, plasma and cell lysates. Detection Range: 7.81-1000pg/ml, Sensitivity: This kit can recognize endogenous levels of natural and recombinant human BD-2 protein. Assay Principle: The Human BD-2 ELISA Kit contains the components necessary for quantitative determination of natural or recombinant Human BD-2 concentrations within any experimental sample including serum plasma and cell lysates. This particular immunoassay utilizes the quantitative technique of a "Sandwich" Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) where the target protein (antigen) is bound in a "sandwich" format by the primary capture antibodies coated to each well-bottom and the secondary detection antibodies added subsequently by the investigator. The capture antibodies coated to the bottom of each well are specific for a particular epitope on Human BD-2 while the user-added detection antibodies bind to epitopes on the captured target protein. Amid each step of the procedure, a series of wash steps must be performed to ensure the elimination of non-specific binding between proteins to other proteins or to the solid phase. After incubation and "sandwiching" of the target antigen, a peroxidase enzyme is conjugated to the constant heavy chain of the secondary antibody (either covalently or via Avidin/Streptavidin-Biotin interactions), allowing for a colorimetric reaction to ensue upon substrate addition. When the substrate TMB is added, the reaction catalyzed by peroxidase yields a blue color that is representative of the antigen concentration. Upon sufficient color development, the reaction can be terminated through addition of Stop Solution (2N Sulfuric Acid) where the color of the solution will turn yellow. The absorbance of each well can then be read by a spectrophotometer, allowing for generation of a standard curve and subsequent determination of protein concentration. Kit Components: 471763A: Microtiter Strips, 1x96 wells, *471763B: BD-2 Standard, 1x1vial, *471763C: Antibody (Biotin), 1x1vial, 471763D: Streptavidin (HRP), 400X, 1x30ul, 471763E: Assay Diluent, 1x50ml, 471763F: Wash Buffer, 15X, 1x50ml, 471763G: TMB Substrate, 1x12ml, 471763H: Stop Solution, 2N H2SO4, 1x12ml, Storage and Stability: Store all components at 4°C. Reconstituted *471763B and *471763C are stable for 1 month at 4°C.. Other components are stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.