| Description | The Hoechst33258/PI Apoptosis Assay Kit is a detection kit that uses a dual fluorescence staining method with Hoechst 33258 and Propidium Iodide (PI) to analyze cell cycle and cell necrosis. While PI staining alone can observe the sub-G1 peak of apoptotic cells on the DNA histogram, it can only The Hoechst33258/PI Apoptosis Assay Kit is a detection kit that uses a dual fluorescence staining method with Hoechst 33258 and Propidium Iodide (PI) to analyze cell cycle and cell necrosis. While PI staining alone can observe the sub-G1 peak of apoptotic cells on the DNA histogram, it can only represent apoptosis in the G0/G1 phase and cannot observe apoptosis in the S and G2 phases. Moreover, after fixation, it is impossible to distinguish between live and dead cells. Hoechst 33258 can penetrate the cell membrane and bind to DNA in both normal and apoptotic cells, showing blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light. After staining, the fluorescence of apoptotic cells is significantly enhanced compared to normal cells. PI cannot penetrate the cell membrane and cannot stain normal or apoptotic cells with intact cell membranes. However, for necrotic cells, where the integrity of the cell membrane is lost, PI can penetrate the cell membrane and color the necrotic cells to produce red fluorescence. When these two dyes are used for double staining, normal cells appear weak blue, apoptotic cells appear bright blue, and necrotic cells appear bright blue and red.ComponentH1492197Component100TStorageQuantity Per TestH1492197AHoechst 33258 Staining Solution1 mL-20℃, Store in the dark.10 µL per 0.5-1.0x10⁶ H1492197BPropidium iodide Staining Solution (PI)0.5 mL-20℃, Store in the dark.5 µL per 0.5-1.0x10⁶ Note: The recommended number of cells to stain per test 0.5–1.0×10⁶ cells.Usage method:1. Cell PreparationAdherent cells: Grow cells in 6-well plates to the logarithmic growth phase. Wash twice with PBS and add 1 mL of PBS.Suspension cells: Wash cells twice with pre-cooled PBS and resuspend in PBS at a density of 0.5–1.0×10⁶ cells/mL.2. StainingAdherent cells: Add 10 µL of Hoechst 33342 and 5 µL of PI directly to each well of the 6-well plate. Incubate at 4 °C in the dark for 20–30 minutes.Suspension cells: Take 1 mL of the cell suspension, add 10 µL of Hoechst 33342 and 5 µL of PI, and incubate at 4 °C in the dark for 20–30 minutes.Note: After staining, proceed with fluorescence detection as soon as possible. The number of cells for each detection should not exceed 1×10⁶.3. Fluorescence Microscopy Detection and AnalysisAdherent cells: Remove the staining solution, wash twice with PBS, add an appropriate amount of PBS, and observe under a fluorescence microscope.Suspension cells: Wash twice with PBS, resuspend the cells in PBS, transfer to a culture dish, and observe for red and blue fluorescence.Matters needing attention:1. After the staining process is completed, the detection should be carried out as soon as possible.Hoechst 33258 and PI are harmful to the human body. Please take protective measures when using them.2. For your safety and health, please wear a laboratory coat and put on disposable gloves when operating.3. This product is exclusively for scientific research purposes and must not be used for clinical diagnosis or treatment... Read More | Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), also known as serum glutamic-pyruvic transaminase (SGPT), is a pyridoxal-phosphate-dependent enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an amino group from alanine to α-ketoglutarate, generating pyruvate and glutamate. ALT is found primarily in liver and Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT), also known as serum glutamic-pyruvic transaminase (SGPT), is a pyridoxal-phosphate-dependent enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an amino group from alanine to α-ketoglutarate, generating pyruvate and glutamate. ALT is found primarily in liver and serum, but occurs in other tissues as well. Hepatocellular injury often results in an increase of serum ALT levels and serum ALT levels can be used as a marker for liver injury.ALT Activity Assay kit has been used to determine the activity of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) in serum samples... Read More | Inquire | Live & deadtm animal cell viability / toxicity detection kit (calcein am, ethd-i) is a kit that provides double fluorescent staining for the detection of animal cell death and survival. The two probes in the kit can respectively measure the activity of cellular lactonase and the integrity of Live & deadtm animal cell viability / toxicity detection kit (calcein am, ethd-i) is a kit that provides double fluorescent staining for the detection of animal cell death and survival. The two probes in the kit can respectively measure the activity of cellular lactonase and the integrity of plasma membrane to reflect cell viability. The kit can be used for fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, microplate reader and other fluorescence detection systems. This kit can be applied to most eukarYOtic mammalian cells, including some tissues with adherent nuclei, but it is not applicable to fungi and yeast. Compared with trypan blue, the kit is faster, safer and more sensitive.Component： Product parameters：Calcein am: ex/em = 494 / 517 nm; Ethd-i: ex/em = 528 / 617 nm (bound DNA)Usage:Fluorescence microscopy detection1. Prepare working fluidPreparation 2 µ M Calcein AM and 4 µ M EthD-I staining solution: Remove the original solution of Calcein AM and EthD-I and restore them to room temperature. Add 20 µ L 2 mM EthD-I and 5 µ Mix 4 mM Calcein AM with 10 mL PBS or other serum-free buffer or culture medium, vortex well. The above working solution can be directly used for cell staining.Note: The aqueous solution of Calcein AM is easily hydrolyzed and should be used up every day. The concentration selection of Calcein AM and EthD-I varies depending on the type of cell used, with a recommended concentration range of 0.1-10 µ M.2. Prepare cells and conduct experiments(1) For adherent cells, they can be washed 2-3 times with 1 × PBS before staining. For suspended cells, centrifuge at room temperature of 250-1000 × g for 5 minutes and collect cells for staining.(2) Wash the cells thoroughly 2-3 times with 1 × PBS to remove residual esterase activity.(3) For adherent cells, add sufficient amount of Calcein AM/EthD-I staining solution. For suspended cells, add an appropriate amount of staining solution to control the cell density between 1-5 × 105/mL.(4) Incubate at room temperature in dark for 15-20 minutes (if the working solution concentration is high or the incubation temperature is high, the incubation time should be appropriately reduced).(5) Observe the labeled cells under a fluorescence microscope.Flow cytometry detection1. Remove the reagent and restore it to room temperature.2. Preparation 2 µ M Calcein AM and 4 µ M EthD-I staining solution: Take out the original solution of Calcein AM and EthD-I, and restore to room temperature. Add 20 µ L 2 mMEthD-I and 5 µ Vortex mix 4 mM Calcein AM with 10 mL PBS or other serum-free buffer or culture medium. The working fluid can directly stain cells.3. Wash cells thoroughly 2-3 times with 1 × PBS.4. Suspend cells with 0.5 mL of staining solution and control the cell density to 1-5 × 105/mL.Note: It is recommended to prepare two additional cell samples, each containing only one dye (Calcein AM and EthD-I), for compensatory regulation of flow cytometry single staining; Prepare another cell sample containing only buffer solution (which should be consistent with the buffer used to prepare Calcein AM and EthD-I detection working solutions) as a negative control for flow cytometry analysis.5. Incubate at room temperature in dark for 15-20 minutes.6. Within 1-2 hours, cell activity was detected by flow cytometry. Calcein AM can be excited by a 488 nm laser, with fluorescence emission spectra detected at around 530 nm and EthD-I emission spectra at around 610 nm.Note: When using the cell circle gate, attention should be paid to excluding cell debris and using a single staining tube to regulate compensation. Double staining tube flow cytometry should obtain two relatively independent cell populations: a live cell population displaying green fluorescence and a dead cell population displaying red fluorescence.ELISA reader detection1. Cultivate an appropriate amount of adherent or suspended cells in a 96 well black ELISA plate.Note: Dead cells can be obtained by treating cells with 1% saponin or 0.1-0.5% digitalis saponin for 10 minutes.2. Preparation 2 µ M Calcein AM and 4 µ M EthD-I staining solution:Remove the original solutions of Calcein AM and EthD-I and restore them to room temperature. Add 20 µ L 2 mM EthD-I and 5 µ Mix 4 mM Calcein AM 10 mL PBS or other serum-free buffer or culture medium, vortex well.Note: (1) 10 mL of staining solution is sufficient to stain a 96 well plate, and the volume of the staining solution can be adjusted according to experimental needs. The concentrations of Calcein AM and EthD-I can range from 0.1 to 10 µ Explore between M.(2) The aqueous solution of Calcein AM is easily hydrolyzed and should be used up every day. EthD-I working solution can be stored at -20 ℃ for at least one year.3. Wash the cells thoroughly with 1 × PBS to remove residual esterase activity. For adherent cells, add 100 to each well µ Wash cells with PBS. For suspended cells, add 100 µ Resuspend cells with L PBS and centrifuge to remove the supernatant. Repeat the above operation.4. Add 100 to each hole µ L PBS.5. Add 100 to each hole µ L staining solution, making the total volume of each well 200 µ L. The final concentration of Calcein AM is 1 µ M. The final concentration of EthD-I is 2 µ M. Gently shake the culture plate to evenly cover the cells with the liquid.Incubate at room temperature in dark for 30-45 minutes.Note: The optimal incubation time varies for different cells, with 30 minutes as the initial incubation time. Subsequently, the staining time can be adjusted and optimized according to the actual staining effect to obtain a more ideal staining effect.7. Enzyme reader detection. When the ELISA reader is set to fluorescein, it can detect Calcein AM; When the ELISA reader is set to rhodamine or Texas Red, EthD-I can be detected. Select the optimal emission and excitation wavelengths based on spectral characteristics.Note: By comparing the relative fluorescence values (RFU) measured between the sample group and the control group, the changes in the number of dead and live cells can be obtained. Another method of data analysis is also provided below.The following method can calculate the ratio of live cells to dead cells in a certain region. The required samples include dead cell control group, live cell control group, and the sample group to be tested. Dead cells can be obtained by treating cells with 1% saponin or 0.1-0.5% digitalis saponin for 10 minutes.1. Prepare staining solution and follow the above steps to stain cells. Additionally, prepare 1 mL and 2 mL separately µ M Calcein AM and 4 µ M EthD-I solution, stain the control group according to the following instructions. For the following groups of cells or cell-free groups, it is necessary to maintain complete consistency in cell count, detection of working solution concentration, incubation time, and incubation temperature.2. Measurement of sample group and control group:A. The measured values of the sample group at 645 nm are denoted as Calcein AM and EthD-I=F (645) sam.B. The measured values of the sample group at 530 nm are denoted as Calcein AM and EthD-I=F (530) sam.C. The measurement value of dead cell EthD-I single staining control group at 645 nm is denoted as EthD-I=F (645) maxD. The measurement value of dead cell Calcein AM single staining control group at 645 nm is recorded as Calcein AM=F (645) minE. The measurement value of live cell EthD-I single staining control group at 530 nm is recorded as EthD-I=F (530) min.F. The measurement value of live cell Calcein AM single staining control group at 530 nm is denoted as Calcein AM=F (530) max.G. A blank control well without cells (with or without dye), the detection value at 530 nm is recorded as F (530) 0.H. A blank control well without cells (with or without dye), the detection value at 645 nm is recorded as F (645) 0.3. Calculate the ratio of dead cells to live cells based on measurement data:%Live Cells=(B-E) ÷ (F-E)%Dead Cells=(A-D) ÷ (C-D)Determine the ratio of live cells to dead cells in a certain areaBy creating fluorescence spectral standard curves at 530 nm and 645 nm, the number of dead and live cells can be determined, and the fluorescence intensity of each dye is linearly related to the number of dead or live cells in the sample.Matters needing attention：1. please centrifuge the product to the bottom of the tube immediately before use, and then conduct subsequent experiments. 2. phenol red or serum may interfere with the detection of this kit. 3. fluorescent dyes have quenching problems. Please try to avoid light during experimental operation to slow down fluorescence quenching. 4. for your safety and health, please wear experimental clothes and disposable gloves.Scope of application：Dead and live cell staining (animal)... Read More | Product content N665859Component50 TStorageN665859ABuffer DS30 mLRTN665859BBuffer GTL15 mLRTN665859CBuffer GL15 mLRTN665859DBuffer GW1 (concentrate)13 mLRTN665859EBuffer GW2 (concentrate)15 mLRTN665859FBuffer TE10 mLRTN665859GProteinase K2×1.25 mLRTN665859HRNase A (100 mg/mL)0.4 Product content N665859Component50 TStorageN665859ABuffer DS30 mLRTN665859BBuffer GTL15 mLRTN665859CBuffer GL15 mLRTN665859DBuffer GW1 (concentrate)13 mLRTN665859EBuffer GW2 (concentrate)15 mLRTN665859FBuffer TE10 mLRTN665859GProteinase K2×1.25 mLRTN665859HRNase A (100 mg/mL)0.4 mLRTN665859ISpin Columns DF With Collection Tubes50 EA2-8℃N665859JCentrifuge Tubes (L-1.5 mL)50 EART Product IntroductionThis kit is suitable for the effective purification of genomic DNA from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissues.The product uses specially optimized dewaxing agent and lysis solution to release DNA from formalin-fixed or tissue sectioned samples, which does not involve the organic reagent xylene and does not need to be operated overnight; the digested samples are incubated at higher temperatures to remove formalin cross-linking of the free DNA, which can effectively improve the yield and purity of DNA; the optimized buffer system allows the inhibitors in the lysis solution to be specifically bound to the adsorbent membrane, which can be effectively removed by a two-step rinsing step. The optimized buffer system enables the DNA in the lysate to specifically bind to the adsorbent membrane, and the inhibitor is effectively removed by a two-step rinsing step, and finally eluted with low-salt buffer or water to obtain high-purity DNA.Meanwhile, configured with a high-efficiency microsorbent column, the elution volume can be as low as 20 µL.The purified DNA can be directly used for PCR, Real-time PCR, SNP Genotyping, STR genotyping, second-generation sequencing and pharmacogenomics research.The molecular weight of DNA isolated from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded samples is usually lower than that of DNA from fresh or frozen samples.The degree of DNA fragmentation depends on the type of sample, the duration of storage, and the conditions of fixation.Self-contained reagent: anhydrous ethanolPre-experiment Preparation and Important Notes1. After obtaining the sample, fix the sample in 4%-10% formalin as soon as possible, the fixation time should be 14-24 hours, too long a period of time will easily lead to genome breakage, affecting the downstream experiments. If the formaldehyde fixation time is too long or the sample has been stored for too long (> 1 year), it will easily lead to DNA integrity damage and unable to amplify long fragments.2. Ensure that the sample is thoroughly dehydrated before embedding; residual formalin will inhibit Proteinase K.3. Anhydrous ethanol should be added to Buffer GW1 and Buffer GW2 according to the instructions on the label of the reagent bottle before first use.4. Before use, please check Buffer GTL, Buffer GL and Buffer DS for any crystallization or precipitation. If there is any crystallization or precipitation, please re-dissolve Buffer GTL, Buffer GL and Buffer DS at 56℃ in a water bath.5. Preheat the water bath or thermostatic mixer to 56°C and keep the centrifuge at 25°C before starting the experiment.6. If downstream experiments are needed to reduce the low frequency of C>T:G>A transitions (artificial mutations) that occur to minimize the risk of false positives, 7 µL of UNG (1 U/uL) can be added after 1 hour of incubation at 90°C.Operation steps1. Sample processing:1a. Paraffin-embedded samples: Trim off excess paraffin from the tissue block with a scalpel to expose the tissue and then cut into 5-10µm slices. Take about 1×1cm2 slices (about 4-5 slices in total) and place them in a centrifuge tube (provided), add 160µL Buffer DS, vortex and shake for 10 seconds, then add 180µL Buffer GTL and 20µL Proteinase K, vortex and shake for 10 seconds. centrifuge the samples at 12,000rpm for 1 minute at 25℃.Note: 1) If the surface of the sample has been exposed to air, discard the 2-3 pieces that have been exposed to air and do not use them.2) DS will solidify below 18°C, and if it does it does not affect the following experiments.1b. Sample in formalin and other fixative: take about 20mg of sample, cut it into small pieces, place it in a centrifuge tube, add 500µL of 10mM PBS (PH7.4), vortex shaking, centrifuge at 12,000rpm for 1minute, discard the supernatant, and repeat 3 times. Add 180 µL Buffer GTL, 20 µL Proteinase K, vortex shaking to mix.2.56°C for 1 hour until the sample is completely dissolved. incubate at 90°C for 1 hour. centrifuge at 12,000 rpm, 25°C for 1 minute, and carefully pipette the lower aqueous phase (~180 µL) along the wall of the tube into a new centrifuge tube, trying to avoid aspirating the bottom precipitate and the upper layer of the wax solution.Note: 1) Samples can be left at room temperature after incubation at 56°C until the temperature of the water or dry bath reaches 90°C before placing the samples at 90°CIncubation.2) Optional step: add 7µL UNG (1U/µL), 50°C, 5min, no shaking. The purpose of this step is to minimize the risk of false positives by reducing the low-frequency occurrence of C>T:G>A transitions (artificial mutations) while effectively retaining the true occurrence of mutations.3. Optional step: If you need to remove RNA, you can lower the temperature of the sample to room temperature, then add 2µL of RNase A solution at a concentration of 100mg/mL, shake and mix well, and leave it at room temperature for 2 minutes.4. Add 20µL Proteinase K and incubate at 65℃, 450rpm for 15min.5. Add 200 µL of Buffer GL, mix well by vortexing and shaking, then add 200 µL of anhydrous ethanol and mix thoroughly by vortexing and shaking. Centrifuge briefly so that the solution on the wall of the tube collects at the bottom of the tube.Note: 1) Mix well immediately after adding Buffer GL and anhydrous ethanol.2) The addition of Buffer GL and anhydrous ethanol may produce a white precipitate that will not affect subsequent experiments.3) If more than one sample needs to be manipulated, the Buffer GL and anhydrous ethanol can be pre-mixed and spiked.6. Add all the solution obtained in step 5 to the adsorption columns (Spin Columns DF) that have been loaded into the collection tube, centrifuge at 25℃, 12000rpm for 2 minutes, pour out the waste liquid in the collection tube, and put the adsorption columns back into the collection tube.7. Add 500µL of Buffer GW1 to the adsorption column (check that anhydrous ethanol has been added before use), centrifuge at 12,000rpm for 1 minute, pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube, and put the adsorption column back into the collection tube.8. Add 500µL of Buffer GW2 to the adsorption column (check that anhydrous ethanol has been added before use), centrifuge at 12000rpm for 1 minute, pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube, and put the adsorption column back into the collection tube.Note: Step 8 can be repeated if further DNA purity is required.9.12 Centrifuge at 2000 rpm for 2 minutes and pour off the waste liquid in the collection tube. Leave the adsorption column at room temperature for several minutes to dry thoroughly.Note: The purpose of this step is to remove residual ethanol from the adsorption column; ethanol residue can interfere with subsequent enzymatic reactions.10. Place the adsorption column in a new 1.5 mL collection tube, add 20-100 µL of Buffer TE or sterilized water to the middle of the adsorption column overhanging the column, let it stand at room temperature for 2-5 minutes, centrifuge it at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute, and collect the DNA solution.-20°C to preserve DNA.Note: 1) The pH value of the eluent has a great influence on the elution efficiency, if water is used as the eluent should ensure that its pH value is 7.0-8.5, the pH value is lower than 7.0 when the elution efficiency is not high.2) If the final concentration of DNA is to be increased, the DNA eluate obtained in step 10 can be re-spiked onto the adsorbent membrane and left at room temperature for 2 minutes and centrifuged at 12,000 rpm for 1 minute... Read More |