Porcine GDF-8/Myostatin ELISA Kit (Colorimetric)

• Reactivity: Po
• Applications: ELISA
• Suitable Sample Type: Serum, Plasma, Tissue homogenates and other biological fluids
• Standard Curve Range: 125 - 8000 pg/mL
• Sensitivity: 53 pg/mL

Porcine GDF-8/Myostatin ELISA Kit (Colorimetric) Summary

• Description: Assay time: 3 hours
• Standard Curve Range: 125 - 8000 pg/mL
• Sensitivity: 53 pg/mL
• Assay Type: Sandwich ELISA
• Inter-Assay: %CV < 12
• Intra-Assay: %CV < 10
• Spike Recovery: 79 - 97%
• Sample Volume: 100 uL
• Kit Type: ELISA Kit (Colorimetric)
• Gene: MSTN

Applications/Dilutions

• Dilutions:
  • ELISA

Packaging, Storage & Formulations

• Storage: Storage of components varies. See protocol for specific instructions.

Alternate Names for Porcine GDF-8/Myostatin ELISA Kit (Colorimetric)

• GDF8
• GDF-8
• GDF8growth differentiation factor 8
• growth/differentiation factor 8
• MSLHP
• MSTN
• Myostatin

Background

Myostatin (GDF8) is a negative regulator of muscle growth in mammals, and loss-of-function mutations are associated with increased skeletal-muscle mass in mice, cattle, and humans.

Limitations

This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. ELISA Kits are guaranteed for 6 months from date of receipt.

Bioinformatics

• Gene Symbol: MSTN