| Description | Inquire | Calcein AM /PI Double Staining Kitis utilized for simultaneous fluorescence staining of viable and dead cells. This kit contains Calcein-AM and Propidium Iodide (PI) solutions, which stains viable and dead cells, respectively(Fig. 1). Calcein-AM, an acetoxymethyl ester of calcein, is highly Calcein AM /PI Double Staining Kitis utilized for simultaneous fluorescence staining of viable and dead cells. This kit contains Calcein-AM and Propidium Iodide (PI) solutions, which stains viable and dead cells, respectively(Fig. 1). Calcein-AM, an acetoxymethyl ester of calcein, is highly lipophilic and cell membrane permeable. Though Calcein-AM itself is not a fluorescent molecule, the calcein generated from Calcein-AM by esterase in a viable cell emits a strong green fluorescence (excitationat 490 nm, emission at515 nm). Therefore, Calcein-AM only stains viable cells. On the other hand, PI, a nuclei staining dye, cannot pass through a viable cell membrane. It reaches the nucleus by passing through disordered areas of dead cell membrane, and intercalates with the DNA double helix of the cell to emit red fluorescence (excitation: 535 nm,emmision: 617 nm). Since both calcein and PI-DNA can be excited with 490 nm, simultaneous monitoring of viable and dead cells is possible with a fluorescence microscope. With 545 nm excitation, only dead cells can be observed (Fig. 1). Since optimal staining conditions differ from cell line to cell line, we recommend that a suitable concentration of PI and Calcein-AM be individually determined. Please note that PI is suspected to be highly carcinogenic;careful handling is required.Required Equipment and Materials:Microscope with 490 nm excitation filter and 530 nm emission filter；CO2incubator；10 µl and 200 µl adjustable pipettes, PBSSolution A (Calcein-AM)；Solution B (PI) Storage Condition: -20oC ；Shipping Condition: blue ice.Application:Assay Procedure1)Add 2.5 µl Solution A and 12.5 µl Solution B to 5 ml PBS to prepare assay solution.*2)Wash the cell with PBS several times to remove residual esterase activity.3)Add 100uLof assay solution to200uL105~106CELLSsolution and incubate the mixture at 37oC for 15 min.4)Detect fluorescence using a fluorescence mircoscope with 490 nm excitationfor simultaneous monitoring of viable and dead cells.With 545 nm excitation, only dead cells can be observed.*The following steps may be necessary tooptimizethe suitable concentration of each reagent:1)Prepare dead cells by 10 min incubation in 0.1% saponin or 0.1-0.5% digitonin or by 30 min incubation in 70% ethanol.2)Stain dead cells with 0.1-10 µM PI solution to find a PI concentration that stains the nucleus only, not the cytosol.3)Stain dead cells with 0.1-10 µM Calcein-AM solution to find a Calcein-AM concentration that does not stain the cytosol. Then stainviable cells with that Calcein-AM solution to check whether the viable cell can be stained... Read More | D-Lactate, typically present in the bloodstream at nanomolar concentrations, is produced by an intestinal source or via the methylglyoxal pathway. In mammals, D-Lactate metabolism requires D-Lactate hydrogenase and is metabolized slowly, thus an increase in blood concentration levels can lead to D-Lactate, typically present in the bloodstream at nanomolar concentrations, is produced by an intestinal source or via the methylglyoxal pathway. In mammals, D-Lactate metabolism requires D-Lactate hydrogenase and is metabolized slowly, thus an increase in blood concentration levels can lead to acidemia and acidosis. The severity of this D-lactic acidosis can be associated with neurotoxic symptoms. Significant D-Lactate accumulations in the body can also be related to impaired metabolism and excretion.D-Lactate Colorimetric Assay kit has been used to determine the stereospecificity of lactate produced.Suitability: Suitable for use with samples of serum, plasma, cells, culture and fermentation media.Principle: In this assay, D-Lactate is specifically oxidized by D-Lactate hydrogenase and generates a proportional colorimetric product measured at 450 nm. The useful concentration range in samples is 0.1-10 mM D-Lactate... Read More | FFPE DNA/RNA KitFixed Tissue DNA/RNA Extraction Kit Catalog number: F666120 (50 preps)Storage conditions: DNase I and 10×Reaction Buffer -20℃, Spin Columns DF and Spin Columns RS can be stored at room temperature for 2 months, 2-8℃ for 1 year, the rest of the components are stored FFPE DNA/RNA KitFixed Tissue DNA/RNA Extraction Kit Catalog number: F666120 (50 preps)Storage conditions: DNase I and 10×Reaction Buffer -20℃, Spin Columns DF and Spin Columns RS can be stored at room temperature for 2 months, 2-8℃ for 1 year, the rest of the components are stored at room temperature (15-30℃).Products Content:Products IntroductionThis kit is suitable for the effective purification of genomic DNA and total RNA from paraffin-embedded tissues, using specially optimized deparaffinizing agents and lysates to release DNA and RNA from tissue section samples, without the use of the organic reagent xylene, and without the need for overnight operation; the digested samples are incubated at higher temperatures to remove inhibitors caused by cross-linking, which can effectively improve nucleic acid yields and purity; and an optimized buffer system allows nucleic acids in the lysate to bind specifically to the adsorbent membrane, and inhibitors are effectively removed by a two-step rinsing procedure. The optimized buffer system enables the nucleic acids in the lysate to bind specifically to the adsorbent membrane, and the inhibitors are effectively removed by a two-step rinsing step, and finally eluted with low-salt buffer or water to obtain high purity DNA and RNA, and at the same time, equipped with a high-efficiency microsorbent column, the volume of the elution can be as low as 20 µl. The purified DNA and RNA can be directly used for PCR, Real-time PCR, SNP genotyping, STR genotyping, and so on. The purified DNA and RNA can be directly used for PCR, Real-time PCR, SNP genotyping, STR genotyping, second-generation sequencing, pharmacogenomics research and blot analysis.Self-contained reagent: anhydrous ethanolPre-experiment Preparation and Important Notes 1. After obtaining the sample, fix the sample as soon as possible, the fixation time of 14-24 hours is appropriate, too long a period of time will easily lead toDNA and RNA breaks, affecting downstream experiments. If the formaldehyde fixation time is too long or the sample is stored for too long(>1 year) is prone to compromise DNA integrity and failure to amplify long fragments.2. Ensure that samples are thoroughly dehydrated prior to embedding; residual formalin will inhibit Proteinase K action.3. Add 1.25 ml of Proteinase K Storage Buffer to Proteinase K to dissolve it, and store at -20℃. Do not leave the prepared Proteinase K at room temperature for a long period of time to avoid affecting its activity.4. Anhydrous ethanol should be added to Buffer RW2, Buffer GW1 and Buffer GW2 according to the label instructions on the vials before first use.5. Check Buffer GTL, Buffer GL and Buffer DS for crystallization or precipitation prior to use; if crystallization or precipitation occurs, redissolve Buffer GTL, Buffer GL and Buffer DS in a 37°C water bath.6. Preheat the water bath or thermostatic mixer to 56°C before starting the experiment.7. Use an ambient temperature centrifuge or set the centrifuge temperature to 25°C. Temperatures below 15°C may result in clogging of the adsorption column.8. To prevent RNase contamination, the following should be observed:1) Use RNase-free plastics and tips to avoid cross-contamination.(2) Glassware should be dry baked at 180°C for 4 hours before use, plasticware can be soaked in 0.5 M NaOH for 10 minutes, rinsed thoroughly with water and autoclaved.3) RNase-free water should be used to prepare the solution.(4) Operators wear disposable masks and gloves, and change gloves diligently during the experiment.procedureParaffin-embedded samples1. Trim off excess paraffin from the tissue block to expose the tissue and cut into 5-10 µm slices.2. Place approximately 1 x 1 cm2 slices (1-5 slices in total) in a centrifuge tube (supplied), add 500 µl of Buffer DS and vortex for 10 s. Briefly centrifuge the sample to the bottom of the tube. Centrifuge briefly to collect the sample at the bottom of the tube, incubate at 56°C for 3 minutes, remove from the water bath and allow to cool to room temperature before proceeding.Note: If the surface of the sample is exposed to air, discard the initial 2-3 slices without using them.3. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 2 minutes and carefully discard the supernatant thoroughly without aspirating the precipitate. The residual dewaxing solution can be carefully removed with a small tip (10 µl).4. Add 180 µl of Buffer GTL and 20 µl of Proteinase K to the above tube and mix well with vortexing.5. Incubate at 56°C for 15 minutes, then place on ice for 3 minutes. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 15 minutes at room temperature.6. Transfer the supernatant to a new 1.5 ml centrifuge tube for RNA extraction, taking care not to aspirate undigested tissue. Use the precipitate for DNA extraction. RNA extraction7. Take the supernatant obtained in step 6 and incubate at 80°C for 15 minutes.8. Add 320 µl of Buffer GL, mix by vortexing and shaking, then add 720 µl of anhydrous ethanol and mix immediately by vortexing and shaking.9. Add all of the resulting solution to the Spin Columns RS in the collection tube; if the solution cannot be added all at once, it may be transferred in several passes. centrifuge the column at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, pour off the waste solution from the collection tube, and place the column back into the collection tube. Note: If the columns are clogged, the sample size may be too large and consideration should be given to reducing the number of starting sections to 1-2.Optional step: If genomic DNA is to be removed, the following steps can be followeda. Add 350 µl of Buffer RW1 to the column, centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, discard the waste solution, and place the column back into the collection tube.b. Preparation of DNase I mixture: Take 52 µl of RNase-Free Water and add 8 µl of 10×Reaction to it.Buffer and 20 µl DNase I (1 U/µl), mix well, and prepare a final volume of 80 µl of reaction solution.c. Add 80 µl of DNase I Mix directly to the adsorption column and incubate at 20-30°C for 15 minutes.d. Add 350 µl of Buffer RW1 to the column, centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, discard the waste solution, and return the column to the collection tube.Add 500 µl of Buffer RW2 to the adsorbent column, centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 min, pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube, and put the adsorbent column back into the collection tube.11. Repeat step 10. centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 2 minutes and pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube. Place the column at room temperature for 5 minutes.minutes to dry thoroughly.12. Place the column in a new RNase-free centrifuge tube and add 20-50 µl to the center of the column.RNase-Free Water, left at room temperature for 5 minutes, centrifuged at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, and collected RNA solution, the-80°C for storage.DNA extraction7. Take the precipitate obtained in step 6 and add 180 µl Buffer GTL and 20 µl Proteinase K to the precipitate. VortexResuspend the precipitate for 15 seconds.8. Incubate at 56°C for 1 hour until the sample is completely dissolved. 90°C for 1 hour.Add 200 µl Buffer GL, vortex and shake to mix and then add 200 µl anhydrous ethanol, vortex and shake to mix thoroughly. Centrifuge briefly so that the solution on the wall of the tube collects at the bottom of the tube. Add all of the solution from step 9 to the Spin Columns DF in the collection tube, or transfer the solution in several passes. centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, pour off the waste solution from the collection tube, and return the column to the 10. collection tube.Note: If the adsorption column is clogged, the sample size may be too large and consideration should be given to reducing the number of starting sections to 1-2.11. Add 500 µl of Buffer GW1 to the adsorbent column and centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute. Pour off the waste liquid from the collection tube and put the column back into the collection tube.12. Add 500 µl of Buffer GW2 to the adsorbent column and centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute. Pour off the waste liquid from the collection tube and place the column back into the collection tube.Note: Step 12 may be repeated if further purity is required.13. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 2 minutes and pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube. Leave the adsorption column at room temperature for 5 minutes to dry thoroughly. Note: The purpose of this step is to remove residual ethanol from the adsorbent column; ethanol residue will affect the subsequent enzymatic reaction. 14. Place the column in a new 1.5 ml centrifuge tube, add 20-50 µl Buffer EB to the center of the column, leave at room temperature for 5 minutes, centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, collect the DNA solution, and store at -20℃... Read More | Lipid peroxidation is the degradation of lipids that occurs as a result of oxidative damage and is a useful marker for oxidative stress. Polyunsaturated lipids are susceptible to an oxidative attack, typically by reactive oxygen species, resulting in a well-defined chain reaction with the productionLipid peroxidation is the degradation of lipids that occurs as a result of oxidative damage and is a useful marker for oxidative stress. Polyunsaturated lipids are susceptible to an oxidative attack, typically by reactive oxygen species, resulting in a well-defined chain reaction with the production of end products such as malondialdehyde (MDA). Lipid peroxidation may contribute to the pathology of many diseases including atherosclerosis, diabetes, and Alzheimer′s.Lipid peroxidation (MDA) assay kit has been used to determine the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA).Suitability: Suitable for the measurement of malondialdehyde (MDA) in a variety of samples including tissue, cells and plasmaPrinciple: In this kit, lipid peroxidation is determined by the reaction of MDA with thiobarbituric acid (TBA) to form a colorimetric (532 nm)/fluorometric (λex= 532/λem= 553 nm) product, proportional to the MDA present... Read More |