Human CNTF Quantikine ELISA Kit Summary Assay Type | Solid Phase Sandwich ELISA | Format | 96-well strip plate | Assay Length | 3.5 hours or 4.5 hours | Sample Type & Volume Required Per Well | Cell Culture Supernates (200 uL), Serum (200 uL), EDTA Plasma (200 uL), Heparin Plasma (200 uL), Citrate Plasma (200 uL) | Sensitivity | 8 pg/mL | Assay Range | 31.2 - 2,000 pg/mL (Cell Culture Supernates, Serum, EDTA Plasma, Heparin Plasma, Citrate Plasma) | Specificity | Recombinant human CNTF | Cross-reactivity | < 0.5% cross-reactivity observed with available related molecules.< 50% cross-species reactivity observed with species tested | Interference | No significant interference observed with available related molecules. |
Product Summary The Quantikine Human CNTF Immunoassay is a 3.5 or 4.5 hour solid phase ELISA designed to measure recombinant human CNTF in cell culture supernates, serum, and plasma. It contains recombinant human CNTF and has been shown to accurately quantitate the recombinant factor. Preparation and Storage Shipping | The product is shipped at ambient temperature. Upon receipt, store it immediately at the temperature recommended below. | Storage | Store the unopened product at 2 - 8 °C. Do not use past expiration date. |
Background: CNTFCiliary neurotrophic factor (CNTF) is structurally related to IL-6, IL-11, LIF, CLC, and OSM. CNTF was initially identified as a trophic factor for embryonic chick ciliary parasympathetic neurons in culture. Subsequent studies have demonstrated that CNTF is a survival factor for additional neuronal cell types, including dorsal root ganglion sensory neurons, sympathetic ganglion neurons, embryonic motor neurons, major pelvic ganglion neurons and hippocampal neurons. Long Name: | Ciliary Neurotrophic Factor | Entrez Gene IDs: | 1270 (Human); 25707 (Rat) | Alternate Names: | ciliary neurotrophic factor; CNTF; HCNTF |
Assay Procedure Refer to the product datasheet for the complete assay procedure. Bring all reagents and samples to room temperature before use. It is recommended that all samples, standards, and controls be assayed in duplicate. 1、Prepare all reagents, standard dilutions, and samples as directed in the product insert. 2、Remove excess microplate strips from the plate frame, return them to the foil pouch containing the desiccant pack, and reseal. 3、Add 50 μL of Assay Diluent to each well. 4、Add 50 μL of Standard, control, or sample to each well. Cover with a plate sealer, and incubate at room temperature for 2 hours. 5、Aspirate each well and wash, repeating the process 4 times for a total of 5 washes. 6、Add 100 μL of Conjugate to each well. Cover with a new plate sealer, and incubate at room temperature for 2 hours. 7、Aspirate and wash 5 times. 8、Add 100 μL Substrate Solution to each well. 9、Add 100 μL of Stop Solution to each well. Read at 450 nm within 30 minutes. Set wavelength correction to 540 nm or 570 nm. |
