| Description | IntroductionHexokinase (HK, EC 2.7.1.1) is widely present in animals, plants, microorganisms, and cultured cells. It is the first key enzyme in the glucose degradation pathway, catalyzing the conversion of glucose to glucose-6-phosphate, which serves as the intersection point of glycolysis and the IntroductionHexokinase (HK, EC 2.7.1.1) is widely present in animals, plants, microorganisms, and cultured cells. It is the first key enzyme in the glucose degradation pathway, catalyzing the conversion of glucose to glucose-6-phosphate, which serves as the intersection point of glycolysis and the pentose phosphate pathway.Assay PrincipleHK catalyzes the synthesis of Glucose-6-Phosphate (G6P) from Glucose. Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PDH) then further catalyzes the dehydrogenation of G6P, generating NADPH. NADPH has a characteristic absorption peak at 340 nm.Component48T96TStorageExtraction Buffer60 mL60 mL×22-8℃Reagent Ⅰ14 mL28 mL2-8℃Reagent Ⅱ1EA1EA-20℃. Store in the dark.Reagent Ⅲ1EA1EA-20℃. Store in the dark.Note: Please check the quantity of all components before starting the experiment. An additional 10% of each component is provided for standard curve preparation or pilot experiments.Required Materials and Equipment (Not Provided)TypeNameNotesInstrumentMicroplate ReaderMust be capable of measuring absorbance at 340 nmConsumables96-well UV PlateUV-transparent plateReagentsPhysiological SalineFor sample washingOtherHomogenizer (for tissue samples), Incubator, Ice box, Refrigerated centrifuge, Adjustable pipettes and tipsUsing a multichannel pipette is recommended for high-throughput experiments to improve efficiencyInstructions for Use1. Reagent Preparation试剂名称 Reagent NamePreparationNotesExtraction BufferReady-to-use; equilibrate to room temperature (RT) before use.Store at 4°CReagent ⅠReady-to-use; equilibrate to room temperature (RT) before use.Store at 4°CWorking Reagent ⅡPrepare immediately before use:• For 48T: Dissolve contents of Reagent Ⅱ in 10.8 mL Reagent Ⅰ• For 96T: Dissolve contents of Reagent Ⅱ in 21.6 mL Reagent ⅠKeep protected from light on ice during the experiment. Aliquot and store unused portions at -20°C protected from light for up to one month. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.Working Reagent ⅢPrepare immediately before use:1. Dissolve Reagent Ⅲ: • For 48T: in 0.5 mL Reagent Ⅰ • For 96T: in 1 mL Reagent Ⅰ2. Dilute the dissolved Reagent Ⅲ 10-fold with Reagent Ⅰ to make the Working Reagent Ⅲ.Keep protected from light on ice during the experiment. Aliquot and store unused portions at -20°C protected from light for up to one month. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.2. Sample PreparationNote: The use of fresh samples is highly recommended. HK activity decreases significantly upon sample freezing.2.1 Animal/Plant TissuesWeigh approximately 0.1 g of tissue. Add 1 mL of Extraction Buffer and homogenize on ice. Centrifuge the homogenate at 8000 g, 4°C for 10 min. Collect the supernatant and keep it on ice for assay.2.2 Cells, Bacteria, or FungiCollect 5×10⁶ cells/bacteria/fungi. Wash with pre-cooled physiological saline and centrifuge at 800 g for 2 min. Discard the supernatant. Add 1 mL of Extraction Buffer and disrupt the cells by sonication on ice (5 min total, 20% power or 200 W, pulse 3s on/7s off, repeat 30 times). Centrifuge the lysate at 8000 g, 4°C for 10 min. Collect the supernatant and keep it on ice for assay.2.3 Serum (or Plasma)Assay directly.3. Assay Procedure3.1 Microplate Reader Preparation: Preheat for at least 30 min. Set the wavelength to 340 nm.3.2 Working Solution Preparation: Prepare immediately before use. Each well requires 190 µL of Working Solution. It is recommended to prepare enough for 2 extra wells to account for pipetting loss.For a single well: Mix 180 µL of Working Reagent Ⅱ with 10 µL of Working Reagent Ⅲ.The Working Solution must be prepared fresh. Incubate it at 37°C for 10 min before the assay.3.3 Assay Setup: Pipette into wells of the 96-well UV plate as follows:ReagentTest Well (µL)Sample10Working Solution1903.4 Absorbance Measurement: Immediately after adding the Working Solution, mix thoroughly and measure the absorbance at 340 nm at 10 seconds (A₁) and again after exactly 10 minutes of incubation at 37°C (at 10 min 10 sec, A₂).4. Result CalculationThe following derived and simplified calculation formulas are provided and are equivalent.4.1 Data ProcessingCalculate ΔA = A₂ - A₁.4.2 Sample HK Activity Calculation① Based on Sample Mass (U/g)Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per gram of sample.Calculation:HK (U/g) = [ΔA × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (ε × d) × 10⁹] ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ / Vₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ × W) ÷ T × nSimplified Formula: HK (U/g) = 643.09 × ΔA ÷ W × n② Based on Cell/Bacteria/Fungi Count (U/10⁴)Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per 10⁴ cells/bacteria/fungi.Calculation:HK (U/10⁴) = [ΔA × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (ε × d) × 10⁹] ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ / Vₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ × 500) ÷ T × nSimplified Formula: HK (U/10⁴) = 643.09 × ΔA ÷ 500 × n③ Based on Liquid Volume (U/mL)Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per milliliter of liquid.Calculation:HK (U/mL) = [ΔA × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (ε × d) × 10⁹] ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ / Vₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ) ÷ T × nSimplified Formula: HK (U/mL) = 643.09 × ΔA × n④ Based on Protein Concentration (U/mg prot)Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per milligram of protein.Calculation:HK (U/mg prot) = [ΔA × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (ε × d) × 10⁹] ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ × Cpr) ÷ T × nSimplified Formula: HK (U/mg prot) = 643.09 × ΔA ÷ Cpr × nParameter Description:ε: NADPH molar extinction coefficient = 6.22 × 10³ L/mol/cmd: Light path of the 96-well UV plate = 0.5 cm10⁹: Conversion factor (1 mol = 1 × 10⁹ nmol)Vₜₒₜₐₗ: Total reaction volume = 200 µL = 2 × 10⁻⁴ LVₛₐₘₚₗₑ: Volume of supernatant added to the reaction = 10 µL = 1 × 10⁻⁵ LVₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ: Volume of Extraction Buffer added = 1 mLCpr: Sample protein concentration (mg/mL)W: Sample mass (g)T: Reaction time = 10 min500: Cell/Bacteria/Fungi count = 5 × 10⁶, expressed in units of 10⁴n: Sample dilution factorPrecautionsBefore formal testing, it is recommended to perform a pilot experiment using 2-3 samples expected to have significant activity differences.For tissue and cell samples, protein concentration measurement can be used to normalize results between samples.This kit is compatible with spectrophotometer detection. Adjust the preparation volumes of detection reagents proportionally according to the spectrophotometer's requirements.Biochemical reagents are generally irritating and biologically toxic. For your safety and health, please implement appropriate biosafety precautions throughout the experiment. Wear a lab coat, mask, gloves, head cover, and other protective equipment. Perform experiments in a fume hood or biosafety cabinet.This product is for scientific research use only. It is not intended for clinical diagnosis.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)1. What should I do if the measured ΔA is too high or too low?If ΔA > 0.5, the sample HK activity is too high. Dilute the supernatant appropriately with Extraction Buffer (include the dilution factor *n* in the calculation) or shorten the reaction time to 5 min.If ΔA < 0.005, the sample HK activity is too low. Increase the sample volume (keep the Working Solution volume constant and adjust the variable in the formula accordingly) or extend the reaction time (e.g., to 15 or 30 min).2. Can multiple samples be assayed simultaneously for high-throughput detection?The initial reaction rate is fast. It is not recommended to run a large number of samples simultaneously. If a multichannel pipette is unavailable, it is best for two individuals to perform the experiment together—one person timing and the other measuring the absorbance—to ensure the accuracy of the results... Read More | Product IntroductionBCIP (5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl phosphate) 5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-phosphate + NBT (tetrazolium nitro blue) is the best substrate for alkaline phosphatase (AP) One of the combination. Under the catalysis of alkaline phosphatase, BCIP will be hydrolyzed to produce a highly Product IntroductionBCIP (5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl phosphate) 5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-phosphate + NBT (tetrazolium nitro blue) is the best substrate for alkaline phosphatase (AP) One of the combination. Under the catalysis of alkaline phosphatase, BCIP will be hydrolyzed to produce a highly reactive product, which reacts with NBT to form an insoluble dark blue to blue-violet compound. This kit can be used for the enzymatic color development of IHC and Western Blot experiments of the AP system. Under AP catalysis, a dark blue precipitate is produced where AP conjugates are combined on tissue sections or blotting membranes. The location and expression of the target protein can be determined based on the color reaction.Product Components40×BCIP: 1 ml40×NBT: 1 mlBCIP/NBT Buffer: 40 mlPrecautions1. The working fluid should be prepared for immediate use, and the prepared working fluid will be effective within 1 hour.2. The amount of working fluid must be sufficient to ensure complete coverage of the tissue sheet or blotting membrane. To3. In order to obtain the best experimental results, be sure to optimize the experimental conditions.4. NBT is poisonous, please take necessary protective measures when using it.5. This product is only used for scientific research, not for human experiments or human treatment.Instructions1. BCIP/NBT color developing working solution preparation:According to the required amount, mix 40×BCIP, 40×NBT and BCIP/NBT Buffer in a volume ratio of 1:1:38 to form the BCIP/NBT color developing working solution.2. Color rendering:1) Blotting membrane color development: Drop the prepared working solution on the blotting membrane (or pour the blotting membrane into the BCIP/NBT color developing working solution), and incubate for 3-10 minutes at room temperature and dark. After the color development is completed, the film is immersed in water to terminate the reaction.2) Color development of tissue sections or cell slides: Drop an appropriate amount of BCIP/NBT color developing working solution on the tissue sections or cell slides that need color development, and incubate at room temperature for 3-10 minutes in the dark. Observe under the microscope to control the color development time. When the best color development effect is reached, rinse with tap water to stop the color development. After color development, the slices are counter-stained, dehydrated and transparent, and can be stored for a long time after mounting... Read More | Product content:D665967Component200 TStorageD665967ABuffer PB120 mLRTD665967BBuffer PS60 mLRTD665967CBuffer PW (concentrate)25 mLRTD665967DBuffer EB30 mLRTD665967ESpin Columns DM with Collection Tubes200 EART Product Introduction: This reagent kit adopts a new silicon-based membrane technology and Product content:D665967Component200 TStorageD665967ABuffer PB120 mLRTD665967BBuffer PS60 mLRTD665967CBuffer PW (concentrate)25 mLRTD665967DBuffer EB30 mLRTD665967ESpin Columns DM with Collection Tubes200 EART Product Introduction: This reagent kit adopts a new silicon-based membrane technology and reagent formula. Through a rapid and simple three-step process of binding, washing, and elution, 100 bp-10 kb DNA fragments can be purified and recovered from PCR products or enzyme reaction solutions (enzyme cutting, linking, probe labeling, etc.). Each adsorption column can adsorb up to 10 kb of DNA fragments µ G DNA, while minimizing impurities such as primers, oligonucleotides, enzymes, etc. The purified and recovered DNA has high purity and concentration, good integrity, and high recovery rate, and can be directly used for molecular biology experiments such as sequencing, linking and transformation, labeling, and in vitro transcription.Self prepared reagent: anhydrous ethanol.Preparation and important precautions before the experiment:1. All components can be stably stored in a dry, room temperature (15-30 ℃) environment for 1 year, and can be stored at 2-8 ℃ for longer periods of time. When the solution is stored at low temperature, it should be left at room temperature for a period of time before use, and then restored to room temperature before use.2. This reagent kit can selectively recover all DNA fragments from the solution. If you need to selectively recover specific fragments while removing other fragments of different sizes, please choose our company's gel recovery reagent kit.3.Before the first use, anhydrous ethanol should be added to the Buffer PW according to the instructions on the reagent bottle label.4. Before use, please check if there is any crystallization or precipitation in the Buffer PB. If there is any crystallization or precipitation, you can take a water bath at 37 ℃ for a few minutes to restore clarity.5. The recovery efficiency is related to the initial amount of DNA and the elution volume. The smaller the initial amount, the smaller the elution volume, and the lower the recovery rate.6. All centrifugation steps can be performed at room temperature.Operation steps:1. Estimate the volume of DNA reaction solution, add 5 times the volume of Buffer PB, and mix thoroughly (without removing paraffin or mineral oil).Note: 1) If the DNA reaction system is 50 µ l (excluding paraffin oil volume), add 250 µ l Buffer PB.2) After adding Buffer PB, check the pH value of the solution. If the pH value is greater than 7.5, add 10-30 to it µ 3 M sodium acetate (pH 5.0) was used to adjust the pH value to 5-7.2. Column balance: Add 200 to the spin columns DM that have been loaded into the collection tube µ Centrifuge at 13000 rpm (~16200 × g) for 1 minute, discard the waste liquid in the collection tube, and place the adsorption column back into the collection tube.3. Add the solution obtained in step 1 to the adsorption column that has been loaded into the collection tube, let it stand at room temperature for 1 minute, centrifuge at 13000 rpm for 30-60 seconds, discard the waste liquid in the collection tube, and place the adsorption column in the collection tube.Attention: The volume of the adsorption column is 750 µ l. If the sample volume is greater than 750 µ l, it can be added in batches.4. Add 500 µ l of Buffer PW to the adsorption column (please check if anhydrous ethanol has been added before use), centrifuge at 13000 rpm for 30-60 seconds, discard the waste liquid in the collection tube, and place the adsorption column in the recovery tube.Note: If purified DNA is used for salt sensitivity experiments (such as flat end ligation experiments or direct sequencing), it is recommended to add Buffer PW and let it stand for 2-5 minutes before centrifugation.5.13000 rpm for 1 minute 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.). To ensure that downstream experiments are not affected by residual ethanol, it is recommended to open the cover of the adsorption column and place it at room temperature for a few minutes to thoroughly dry the residual ethanol in the adsorbent material at the bottom.6. Place the adsorption column into a new centrifuge tube (provided by oneself), add 30-50 µ l Buffer EB to the middle position of the adsorption membrane by hanging droplets, and let it stand at room temperature for 1 minute. Centrifuge at 13000 rpm for 1 minute and collect DNA solution- Store DNA at 20 ℃.Attention:1) The pH value of the eluent has a significant impact on the elution efficiency. If water is used as the eluent, its pH value should be ensured to be between 7.0-8.5 (the pH value of water can be adjusted to this range using NaOH).2) To improve the recovery of DNA, the solution obtained by centrifugation can be added back to the adsorption column, left at room temperature for 2 minutes, and centrifuged at 13000 rpm for 1 minute.3) The elution volume should not be less than 30 µ l. A small volume will affect the recovery efficiency... Read More | DescriptionIt contains a set of six different heterogeneous palladium catalysts, useful for rapid screening of catalysis conditions. It is in sampler format with individual components packaged for multiple experiments and mini scale-up. The cost of the kit is less than the total cost of individual DescriptionIt contains a set of six different heterogeneous palladium catalysts, useful for rapid screening of catalysis conditions. It is in sampler format with individual components packaged for multiple experiments and mini scale-up. The cost of the kit is less than the total cost of individual components.Catalysis Screening Kits... 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 |