| Description | Annexins are a family of calcium-dependent phospholipid-binding proteins that preferentially bind phosphatidylserine (PS). Under normal physiologic conditions, PS is predominantly located in the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane. Upon initiation of apoptosis, PS loses its asymmetric Annexins are a family of calcium-dependent phospholipid-binding proteins that preferentially bind phosphatidylserine (PS). Under normal physiologic conditions, PS is predominantly located in the inner leaflet of the plasma membrane. Upon initiation of apoptosis, PS loses its asymmetric distribution across the phospholipid bilayer and is translocated to the extracellular membrane leaflet marking cells as targets of phagocytosis. Once on the outer surface of the membrane, PS can be detected by fluorescently labeled Annexin V in a calcium-dependent manner. In early-stage apoptosis, the plasma membrane excludes viability dyes such as propidium iodide (PI), 7-AAD. These cells will stain with Annexin V but not a viability dye, thus distinguishing cells in early apoptosis. However, in late stage apoptosis, the cell membrane loses integrity thereby allowing Annexin V to also access PS in the interior of the cell. A viability dye can be used to resolve these late-stage apoptotic and necrotic cells (Annexin V, viability dye-positive) from the early-stage apoptotic cells (Annexin V positive, viability dye-negative). This kit is suitable for the identification and enumeration of dead cells, such as apoptotic or necrotic cells, by flow cytometry. A1456530Components20T50T100TStorageQuantity Per TestA1456530A10X Annexin V Binding Buffer5 mL10 mL20 mL2-8℃200 µL per 0.5-1.0x10⁵ cellsA1456530BAnnexin V-FITC40 µL100 µL200 µL2-8℃. Store in the dark.2 µL per 0.5-1.0x10⁵ cellsA1456530C7-AAD Staining Solution 100 µL250 µL500 µL2-8℃. Store in the dark.5 µL per 0.5-1.0x10⁵ cellsNote: The recommended number of cells to stain per test is 0.5-1.0x10⁵ cells.Precautions 1. Please try to avoid light when using to slow down the quenching of fluorescence. 2. 7-AAD Solution is toxigenic and mutagenic; handle with care. 3. Since the binding of annexin V to phosphatidylserine (PS) is calcium-dependent, it is critical to avoid buffers containing EDTA or other calcium chelators during Annexin V experiments. Instruction for use 1. Dilute 10x Binding Buffer to 1x using distilled water (1 mL 10x Binding Buffer + 9 mL ddH2O). 2. Wash cells twice with cold PBS and then resuspend the desired amount of cells in Annexin V Binding Buffer at a concentration of 0.5-1.0x10⁶ cells /mL . 3. Add 2 µL of FITC Annexin V and 5 µL 7-AAD to 100 µL of the cell suspension. 4. Add 100 µL of 1x Binding Buffer to each assay. Gently vortex the cells and incubate for 10 min at RT (25°C) in the dark. 5. Analyze by flow cytometry within 1 hr... Read More | Inquire | Inquire | Product Characteristics Effect Diluents, Animal-free are effective buffers free of any animal components. They can be used for the dilution of serum, plasma, blood, stool or urine samples, as well as the dilution of primary and secondary antibodies. Effect Diluents, Animal-free efficiently minimize Product Characteristics Effect Diluents, Animal-free are effective buffers free of any animal components. They can be used for the dilution of serum, plasma, blood, stool or urine samples, as well as the dilution of primary and secondary antibodies. Effect Diluents, Animal-free efficiently minimize matrix effects, cross-reactions and unspecific binding in immunoassays like ELISA, Western blotting, Immunohistochemistry, protein arrays and immuno-PCR.The Effect Diluents, Animal-free are used alternatively to the standard sample or antibody dilution buffers: In ELISA for the dilution of specimen and detection antibodies. In Western Blotting for the dilution of primary and secondary antibodies. In Protein arrays for the dilution of specimen and detection antibodies. In immuno-PCR as a washing buffer.Three versions of the diluent are offered: Low, Medium and High for optimal discrimination between specific and unspecific reaction and for minimizing strong interference effects e.g., by RF (rheumatoid factors), HAMAs (human-a-mouse Abs) or by endogenous components that bind and mask the analyte.Composition & Properties The Effect Diluents, Animal free contain no animal components and are free of phosphates.Working Procedure 1.Mix thoroughly prior to use. 2.Dilution recommendations a.Dilute antibodies according to the instruction of the antibody b.Dilution of the specimen is recommended at 1:2 or higherTips & TricksEffect Diluents must not be considered as blocking buffers. Recommended blocking buffers are: Synthetic Blocking Buffer, ELISA (cat. no. S494401), Synthetic Blocking Buffer, Blotting (cat. no. S494457) and WellChampion (cat. no. W494467) for plate blocking and stabilization (preparation of pre-coated plates). Complex sample matrices, such as serum and plasma, may contain interfering factors that affect the ability of the assay to accurately quantify the target analyte. Strong interferences are often caused by RFs and HAMAs. This matrix effect can cause high background in the negative control or false negatives in the sample measurement. To reduce this effect the samples can be diluted in the Effect Diluents, Animalfree.Handling & Storage Store solution 2-8°C or -15 to -30°C (tolerates freezing and thawing cycles)... Read More | This kit combines efficient guanidine isothiocyanate lysis technology with silicon matrix membrane purification technology to efficiently extract total RNA from animal cells and tissues. The starting sample usually has a maximum of 30 mg of tissue or 1 x 107 cells. This reagent kit can also recover This kit combines efficient guanidine isothiocyanate lysis technology with silicon matrix membrane purification technology to efficiently extract total RNA from animal cells and tissues. The starting sample usually has a maximum of 30 mg of tissue or 1 x 107 cells. This reagent kit can also recover partially purified RNA, RNA obtained from in vitro transcription and enzymatic reactions. This reagent kit can extract and purify high-quality RNA with a molecular weight greater than 200 bases, with almost no DNA residue. If RNA experiments are to be conducted that are highly sensitive to trace amounts of DNA, residual DNA can be digested and removed on a column using DNase I without RNase. The extracted RNA can be used for downstream experiments such as RT-PCR, Northern Blot, Dot Blot, etc. R666020Component50 TStorageR666020ABuffer RL35 mLRTR666020BBuffer RW140 mLRTR666020CBuffer RW2 (concentrate)11 mLRTR666020DRNase-Free Water10 mLRTR666020ESpin Columns RM with Collection Tubes50 setsRTR666020FRNase-Free Centrifuge Tubes (1.5 mL)50 EART Self prepared reagents: β- Mercaptoethanol, anhydrous ethanol (newly opened or dedicated for RNA extraction).Preparation and important precautions before the experimentTo prevent RNase pollution, attention should be paid to the following aspects:1) Use RNase free plastic products and gun heads to avoid cross contamination.2) Glassware should be dry baked at a high temperature of 180 ℃ for 4 hours before use, while plastic containers can be soaked in 0.5 M NaOH for 10 minutes, thoroughly rinsed with water, and then sterilized under high pressure.3) Prepare the solution using water without RNase.4) Operators should wear disposable masks and gloves, and change gloves frequently during the experiment.2. The extracted samples should avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles, otherwise it will affect the quantity and quality of RNA extraction.3. Before use, please check if there is any crystallization or precipitation in the Buffer RL. It can be heated at 56 ℃ and re solved. Please add Buffer RL before use β- Mercaptoethanol, with a final concentration of 1%. Add 10 to 1ml Buffer RL µ L β- Mercaptoethanol. join β- The buffer RL room temperature of mercaptoethanol can be stored for one month.4. Before the first use, anhydrous ethanol should be added to Buffer RW2 according to the instructions on the reagent bottle label.5. All centrifugation steps should be carried out at room temperature unless otherwise specified, and all operation steps should be carried out quickly.6. If downstream experiments are highly sensitive to DNA, it is recommended to treat RNA with DNase I that does not contain RNase.Operation steps1. Sample processing1a organization: Grind the organization in liquid nitrogen. Add 600 to every 20-30 mg of tissue µ L Buffer RL (check if it is added before use) β- Mercaptoethanol), tissue sample less than 20 mg plus 350 µ Buffer RL. The sample volume shall not exceed one tenth of the buffer RL volume.1b Single layer culture of cells: The cells are directly lysed or processed into cell suspensions in a culture bottle, centrifuged to obtain cell precipitates, and the supernatant is discarded. 600 is added every 6-10 cm2 of culture area µ Buffer RL, less than 6 cm2, add 350 µ Blow buffer RL several times to fully crack it.1c cell suspension: Centrifuge at 12000 rpm (~13400 × g) for 1 minute to discard the supernatant and obtain cell precipitate. Add 600 cells every 5 × 106-1 × 107 cells µ Buffer RL, less than 5 × 106 cells added to 350 µ Blow buffer RL several times to fully crack it.Attention:1) Try to eliminate the cell culture medium as much as possible, as it may inhibit cell lysis and affect RNA production.2) Try to fully suspend and lyse the cells, otherwise it will affect RNA production.2. After the sample is fully lysed, it should be left at room temperature for 5 minutes to completely separate the protein nucleic acid complex.3. Centrifuge at 2000rpm for 2-5 minutes, take the supernatant and proceed to the next step.4. Add 1 volume (600) µ L or 350 µ l) Mix 70% ethanol (prepared without RNase water) well.Attention: Adding ethanol may cause precipitation and will not affect subsequent experiments.5. Add all the solution obtained in step 4 to the Spin Columns RM that has been loaded into the collection tube. If it is not possible to add all the solution to the adsorption column at once, please transfer it in two batches, centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 1 minute, discard the waste liquid in the collection tube, and place the adsorption column in the collection tube. Attention: The maximum loading capacity of the adsorption column is 100 µ g, do not overload, otherwise it will affect the yield and purity of RNA.6. Add 700 to the adsorption column µ Centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 1 minute, discard the waste liquid from the collection tube, and place the adsorption column in the collection tube.Optional steps: If conducting RNA experiments that are highly sensitive to trace amounts of DNA, replace step 6 with the following steps.1) Add 350 to the adsorption column µ L Buffer RW1, centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 15 seconds, discard the waste liquid, and place the adsorption column back into the recovery manifold.2) Preparation of DNase I mixture: Take 52 µ Add 8 RNase Free Water to it µ 10 x Reaction Buffer and 20 µ DNase I (1 U/ µ l) Mix well and prepare to a final volume of 80 µ The reaction solution of L.Attention: The above system is configured according to our company's DNase I reaction system. Please refer to the corresponding manual for other company products.3) Add 80 µ l of the prepared DNase I reaction solution directly to the adsorption column and incubate at 20-30 ℃ for 15 minutes.4) Add 350 to the adsorption column µ L Buffer RW1, centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 15 seconds, discard the waste liquid, and place the adsorption column back into the recovery manifold.7. Add 500 to the adsorption column µ Buffer RW2 (check if anhydrous ethanol is added before use), centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 1 minute, discard the waste liquid in the collection tube, and place the adsorption column in the collection tube.8. Repeat step 7. 9. Centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 2 minutes and discard the waste liquid from the collection tube. Place the adsorption column at room temperature for a few minutes to thoroughly air dry.Note: The purpose of this step is to remove residual ethanol from the adsorption column, which can affect subsequent enzymatic reactions (such as enzyme digestion, PCR, etc.).10. Place the adsorption column in a new RNase free centrifuge tube, and add 30-50 to the middle of the adsorption column in the air µ Place RNase Free Water at room temperature for 1 minute, centrifuge at 12000 rpm for 1 minute, collect RNA solution, and store RNA at -70 ℃ to prevent degradation.Attention:1) The volume of RNase Free Water should not be less than 30 µ l. Small volume affects the recovery rate.2) If you want to increase RNA production, you can use 30-50 µ Repeat step 10 for the new RNase Free Water.3) If you want to increase the RNA concentration, you can add the obtained solution back to the adsorption column and repeat step 10... Read More |