Product Name
Glutamine Colorimetric Assay Kit
Product Overview
Glutamine Colorimetric Assay kit is a simple and sensitive assay that detects the biologically relevant concentrations of Gln in various fluids and tissues. The assay is based on the hydrolysis of Glutamine to Glutamate producing a stable signal, which is directly proportional to the amount of Gln in the sample. The assay can detect as little as 25 µM of Gln in a variety of biological samples.
Description
Glutamine (Gln) is one of the most abundant amino acids containing an uncharged amide as a side chain. It is synthesized via condensation of glutamate and ammonia. Gln is classified as a non-essential amino acid, however, Gln is important in several biological processes such as protein synthesis, regulation of acid-balance in mammalian kidneys and cell growth. It constitutes cell’s main source of nitrogen for the synthesis of nucleotides and hexosamines. Glutamine-rich diets benefit patients suffering from Crohn’s disease, severe burns, HIV/AIDS and cancer.
Applications
Measurement of Glutamine in various biological samples
Kit Components
• Hydrolysis Buffer
• Development Buffer
• Hydrolysis Enzyme Mix (Lyophilized)
• Development Enzyme Mix (Lyophilized)
• Developer (Lyophilized)
• Gln Standard (Lyophilized)
Materials Required but Not Supplied
96-well clear plate with flat bottom
Multi-well spectrophotometer
10K Spin Column
Detection method
Absorbance (450 nm)
Compatible Sample Types
Serum, plasma, urine or other biological fluids
Mammalian tissues: kidney, liver, brain samples etc
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