| Description | IntroductionCreatine Kinase (CK) is primarily found in tissues such as the heart, muscle, and brain. It reversibly catalyzes the transphosphorylation reaction between creatine and ATP, playing a vital role in energy transfer, muscle contraction, and ATP regeneration. It is a crucial clinical IntroductionCreatine Kinase (CK) is primarily found in tissues such as the heart, muscle, and brain. It reversibly catalyzes the transphosphorylation reaction between creatine and ATP, playing a vital role in energy transfer, muscle contraction, and ATP regeneration. It is a crucial clinical indicator for diagnosing heart and brain diseases.Assay PrincipleCK catalyzes the conversion of Phosphocreatine and ADP to Creatine and ATP. Hexokinase then catalyzes the reaction of ATP with Glucose to form Glucose-6-Phosphate (G6P). Subsequently, Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PDH) catalyzes the oxidation of G6P with NADP⁺ to generate NADPH, leading to an increase in absorbance at 340 nm.Component50TStorageExtraction Buffer60 mL2-8℃Reagent 11EA2-8℃. Store in the dark.Reagent 215 mL2-8℃Reagent 1: Powder in one bottle. Store at 4°C protected from light. Dissolve in 15 mL distilled water before use.Working Solution: Prepare immediately before use by mixing the dissolved Reagent 1 and Reagent 2 at a 1:1 ratio. Incubate the Working Solution at 37°C for 2 minutes prior to use.Required Materials and Equipment (Not Provided)Balance, refrigerated centrifuge, constant temperature water bath, UV spectrophotometer, 1 ml quartz cuvette, and distilled water.Crude Enzyme Extraction:Tissue Samples: Homogenize the tissue on ice in Extraction Buffer at a ratio of 1:5-10 (w/v) (e.g., weigh ~0.1g tissue, add 1 mL Extraction Buffer). Centrifuge the homogenate at 10,000 g, 4°C for 15 min. Collect the supernatant and keep it on ice for assay.Serum Samples: Assay directly.Assay Procedure:Preheat the UV spectrophotometer for at least 30 minutes. Set the wavelength to 340 nm. Zero the instrument with distilled water.In a 1 ml quartz cuvette, add:200 µl sample300 µl distilled water500 µl pre-warmed (37°C) Working SolutionMix thoroughly and immediately record the initial absorbance (A₁) at 340 nm. Record the absorbance again (A₂) after exactly 1 minute at 37°C. Calculate ΔA = A₂ - A₁.CK Enzyme Activity Calculation:General Parameters:ε (NADPH molar extinction coefficient) = 6220 L/mol/cmd (Cuvette light path) = 1.0 cmVₜₒₜₐₗ (Total reaction volume) = 1.0 mL (1000 µL)Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ (Sample volume in reaction) = 0.2 mL (200 µL)T (Reaction time) = 1 minCpr (Sample protein concentration, mg/mL)W (Sample mass, g)Vₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ (Total extract volume) = Assumed 1 mL for tissue calculations1. Based on Tissue Protein Content:Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per mg of protein at 37°C, pH 7.0.Calculation:CK Activity (nmol/min/mg prot) = [ΔA / (ε × d)] × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ × Cpr) ÷ TSimplified Formula: CK (nmol/min/mg prot) = 804 × ΔA ÷ Cpr2. Based on Tissue Sample Mass:Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per gram of fresh tissue at 37°C, pH 7.0.Calculation:CK Activity (nmol/min/g fresh weight) = [ΔA / (ε × d)] × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ (Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ / Vₛₐₘₚₗₑₜₒₜₐₗ × W) ÷ TSimplified Formula: CK (nmol/min/g fresh weight) = 804 × ΔA ÷ W3. Based on Serum:Definition: One unit of activity is defined as the amount of enzyme that generates 1 nmol of NADPH per minute per liter of serum at 37°C, pH 7.0.Calculation:CK Activity (nmol/min/L) = [ΔA / (ε × d)] × Vₜₒₜₐₗ ÷ Vₛₐₘₚₗₑ ÷ TSimplified Formula: CK (nmol/min/L) = 804 × ΔANotesBefore the formal assay, it is essential to perform a pilot test with 2-3 samples expected to have significant differences in activity.The prepared Working Solution is stable at 4°C for 7 days. However, it is recommended to use it as soon as possible after preparation.CK in serum is unstable. Determine the activity as soon as possible after sample collection. It can be stored protected from light at 4°C for up to 24 hours.Sample protein content needs to be determined separately. A BCA Protein Assay Kit can be used for this purpose.If the absorbance value (ΔA) is greater than 0.5, dilute the sample appropriately with Extraction Buffer and account for the dilution factor (D) in the calculation formulas (e.g., 804 × ΔA × D ÷ Cpr)... Read More | The aladdin 488 Caspase-3 live cell assay kit contains the aladdin 488 Caspase-3 substrate and the Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor. aladdin 488 Caspase-3 Substrate provides an effective tool for detecting apoptosis based on Caspase-3 activity, suitable for fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry.The aladdin 488 Caspase-3 live cell assay kit contains the aladdin 488 Caspase-3 substrate and the Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor. aladdin 488 Caspase-3 Substrate provides an effective tool for detecting apoptosis based on Caspase-3 activity, suitable for fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry. Compared with other fluorescent substrates or fluorescent inhibitors of Caspase based on ( FLICA ) analysis, aladdin 488 Caspase-3 Substrate does not inhibit the apoptosis process of intact cells while detecting Caspase-3 activity. Substrate is composed of fluorescent DNA dyes coupled with Caspase-3 DEVD recognition sequence. Substrate initially had no fluorescence and entered the cytoplasm through the cell membrane. In apoptotic cells, Caspase-3 cleaves the Substrate and releases high-affinity DNA staining, which migrates to the nucleus to label DNA and emits bright green fluorescence.Therefore, aladdin 488 Caspase-3 Substrate is bifunctional, which can not only detect Caspase-3 activity, but also visualize the morphological changes of the nucleus during apoptosis. Aladdin 488 staining can be fixed in formaldehyde and compatible with subsequent immunostaining experiments.Parameters:aladdin 488：Ex/Em = 500/530 nm (with DNA)Component：Points for attention：1.Please instantaneously centrifuge the product to the bottom of the tube before use, and then carry out subsequent experiments. 2.Cells can be co-stained with a final concentration of 1µM Hoechst 33342 dye to produce blue fluorescence staining of the nucleus ( Ex / Em = 346 / 460 nm ). 3.Aladdin 488 staining can be fixed by formaldehyde, but it is not compatible with methanol fixation. 4.Formaldehyde-fixed aladdin 488-stained cells can be treated with 0.1 % TritonX-100 for subsequent staining, but the brightness of the treated staining may be weakened. 5.Fluorescent dyes all have quenching problems, please try to avoid light to slow down the fluorescence quenching. 6.For your safety and health, please wear experimental clothes and wear disposable gloves.Scope of application：Caspase 3 kit and apoptosis detectionUsage:1. Experimental optimization: The experimental steps provided below are based on the endpoint detection system. Aladdin 488 Substrate can also be used for long-term cell incubation course research. Cell density, substrate concentration, and inhibitor concentration may need to be optimized. The optimal substrate concentration may be between 1-10 µ Between M. Cells can be incubated with substrates in culture medium, PBS, or other buffer of your choice. For adherent cells, we recommend replacing them with fresh culture media containing substrates to prevent background heterogeneity. The operation of changing the medium or washing the cells after substrate incubation is freely selectable.2. We suggest that you set the following controls:A. Negative control: cells that do not induce apoptosis;B. Positive control: cells that induce apoptosis;C. Inhibitor control: Induce cell apoptosis while incubating Caspase-3/7 inhibitors (or 10-30 minutes in advance), and finally add Aladdin 488 Caspase-3 substrate.3. The Caspase-3/7 inhibitor Ac-DEVD-CHO in the Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor control kit can be used to confirm that Caspase-3/7 depends on the fluorescence signal of aladdin 488. For inhibitor control, the final concentration of the inhibitor should be at least twice the substrate concentration (e.g. when using 5 µ At substrate M aladdin 488, the concentration of Ac-DEVD-CHO is 10 µ M). Before adding the substrate, incubate Ac-DEVD-CHO at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. After adding the substrate, continue to retain the inhibitor in the incubation solution. Ac-DEVD-CHO is a reversible competitive inhibitor. In certain cell types, effective Caspase-3/7 inhibitors require the use of irreversible inhibitors, such as Z-DEVD-FMK, or the addition of inhibitors before or during apoptosis induction.4. Flow cytometry(1) Choose appropriate methods to induce cell apoptosis, with untreated cell samples as controls.(2) Adhering cells should be digested with trypsin or other methods before performing the aladdin 488 Caspase-3 experiment.(3) Resuspend cells with culture medium or buffer to achieve a cell density of 106 cells/mL(4) Suck 0.2 mL of cell suspension into a flow cytometry test tube.(5) Inhibitor control samples were treated with Ac-DEVD-CHO on cells (see 3 above) Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor control.(6) 200 µ Add 5 to L cell suspension µ Substrate of 0.2 mM and immediately mix to achieve a substrate concentration of 5 µ M. The optimal substrate concentration for different cells may vary and requires analysis and optimization.(7) Incubate cells at room temperature in dark for 15-30 minutes.(8) Join 300 µ L-medium or PBS, analyzed by flow cytometry. Detect the channel for green fluorescence (Ex/Em=485/515 nm).5. Fluorescence microscope(1) Choose appropriate methods to induce cell apoptosis, with untreated cell samples as controls.(2) Inhibitor control samples were treated with Ac-DEVD-CHO on cells (see 3 above) Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor control.(3) Using a solution containing 5 µ M Substrate's fresh culture medium or PBS is used to replace the cell culture medium (see 1 above) Experimental optimization). For the inhibitor control group, the inhibitor was incubated together with the substrate.(4) Incubate cells at room temperature for 30 minutes or longer.(5) Cells can be directly observed in culture media containing Substrate. For the endpoint analysis method, PBS was used to clean the cells, fluorescence microscopy was used to observe the cells, and a filter (Ex/Em=485/515 nm) was used to observe green fluorescence.6. Fluorescence enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) reader(1) Adherent cells grow in black 96 well plates; Suspend cells, adjust the density to 106 cells/mL, and divide 0.2 mL of cell suspension into one well.(2) Choose appropriate methods to induce cell apoptosis, with untreated cell samples as controls. Note: Cells may be processed in tubes or bottles and then transferred to a 96 well detection plate.(3) Inhibitor control samples were treated with Ac-DEVD-CHO on cells (see 3 above) Ac-DEVD-CHO Caspase-3 inhibitor control.(4) For suspended cells, directly add Substrate and mix well. For adherent cells, use a solution containing 5 µ M Substrate's fresh culture medium or PBS is used to replace the cell culture medium (see 1 above) Experimental optimization). For the inhibitor control group, the inhibitor was incubated together with the substrate.(5) Cells can be directly observed in culture media containing Substrate.(6) For suspended cells, gently shake to resuspend the cells. The fluorescence enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay instrument is set with an excitation wavelength of 488 nm and an emission wavelength of 520 nm. Suggest using bottom collection method for adherent cells. Changes in the density of adherent cells may lead to inaccurate readings... Read More | Product Content D669986Component50 TStorageD669986ABuffer SA15 mLRTD669986B2×PCR MasterMix1 mL-20℃. Avoid freeze/thaw cycle.D669986CProteinase K12.5 mgRTD669986DProteinase K Storage Buffer1.25 mLRTProductsThis kit adopts a unique buffer system containing all the reagents for rapid Product Content D669986Component50 TStorageD669986ABuffer SA15 mLRTD669986B2×PCR MasterMix1 mL-20℃. Avoid freeze/thaw cycle.D669986CProteinase K12.5 mgRTD669986DProteinase K Storage Buffer1.25 mLRTProductsThis kit adopts a unique buffer system containing all the reagents for rapid preparation of genomic DNA and PCR amplification, and is suitable for one-step extraction of genomic DNA from various plant and animal tissues and bacteria and for PCR amplification. The whole extraction process does not require liquid nitrogen grinding, organic solvent extraction, anhydrous ethanol precipitation, and the quality of extracted DNA is stable. The 2×PCR MasterMix provided in this kit is a highly compatible PCR reagent that can amplify DNA samples efficiently and specifically, which includes DNA polymerase, dNTPs, MgCl2, reaction buffer, PCR reaction enhancer and so on. It is characterized by fast and easy, high sensitivity, high specificity, good stability, etc. It is especially suitable for high throughput screening.Pre-experiment Preparation and Important Notes1. Add the specified amount of Proteinase K Storage Buffer to Proteinase K to dissolve it and store it at -20℃. Do not leave the prepared Proteinase K at room temperature for a long time, and avoid repeated freezing and thawing to avoid affecting its activity.2. Repeated freezing and thawing of the samples should be avoided, as this will result in smaller DNA fragments and a decrease in the amount of extracted DNA.3. Before use, please check Buffer SA for crystallization or precipitation. If crystallization or precipitation occurs, please re-dissolve Buffer SA in a 56℃ water bath.4. The PCR MasterMix provided with this product is 2×, when using it, you need to add template and primer, and add RNase-Free Water to make up the volume, so that its concentration is 1× to carry out the reaction.Procedure1. Fetch:Plant material: take about 10 mg of sample in a centrifuge tube (provided); Animal material: take about 10 mg of sample in a centrifuge tube (provided);Bacteria: Take 200-800 µL of bacteria in good growth condition in a centrifuge tube (self-provided) and collect the bacteria.2. Add 200 µL of Buffer SA and vortex to mix.Note: In the case of plant leaves and animal tissues, they should be ground with a pestle and mortar as much as possible: in the case of plant seeds, they should be crushed and finely ground beforehand; bacterial and 1-3 mm rat-tail samples can be directly vortex lysed.3. Add 10µL of Proteinase K, mix well, incubate at 56℃ for 10 minutes, and treat at 95℃ for 5 minutes.Note: 1) In the case of animal tissue samples, the incubation time at 56°C may be extended to 30 minutes as appropriate; if there is any incompletely digested tissue, it should be removed as thoroughly as possible after centrifugation in the next step.2) Be careful not to exceed 5 minutes when treating at 95°C.4. 13,000 rpm (~17,900 x g), centrifugation for 5 minutes.5. Transfer the supernatant to a new centrifuge tube (self-prepared) and use it directly for PCR amplification, or store the solution at 4℃ or -20℃.6. PCR amplification:1) PCR reaction system:The following examples are conventional PCR reaction systems and reaction conditions, which should be improved and optimized according to the template, primer structure and target fragment size in actual operation.reagents20 µL systemfinal concentration2×PCR MasterMix10 µL1×Forward Primer, 10 µM1 µL0.4 µMReverse Primer, 10 µM1 µL0.4 µMTemplate DNA1-2 µL RNase-free Waterup to 20 µLNote: Please use the final concentration of 0.2-0.6µM as a reference for setting the range of primer concentration. If the amplification efficiency is not high, the concentration of primer can be increased; if a non-specific reaction occurs, the concentration of primer can be decreased, thus optimizing the reaction system.2）PCR reaction conditions:movetemptimingpremutability94°C2mindenaturation94°C30sannealing (metallurgy)55-65°C30s30-40 cyclesreach72°C60sultimate extension72°C5minNote: 1) In general, the annealing temperature is 5℃ lower than the melting temperature of the amplification primer Tm, and the annealing time is generally 30-60 seconds. When the desired amplification efficiency cannot be obtained, the annealing temperature should be lowered appropriately; when a non-specific reaction occurs, the annealing temperature should be raised, thus optimizing the reaction conditions.(2) The extension time is set according to the size of the fragment to be amplified, and the amplification efficiency of Taq DNA Polymerase included in this product is 1kb/30s. 3) The number of cycles can be set according to the downstream application of the amplification product. If the number of cycles is too low, the amplification is insufficient; if the number of cycles is high, the chance of mismatch will increase and the non-specific background will be serious. Therefore, the number of cycles should be minimized under the premise of ensuring the product yield.(3) Result detection: 5 µL of reaction product was taken at the end of the reaction and directly detected by agarose gel electrophoresis... Read More | Product contentN666081Component50 TStorageN666081ANc-Buffer A50 mL2-8℃N666081BNc-Buffer B3 mL2-8℃N666081CNc-Buffer C25 mL2-8℃N666081DProtease Inhibitor Cocktail750 µL-20℃. Avoid freeze/thaw cycle.ProductsThe Nc-Nucleus/Plasma Protein Extraction Kit is a simple and rapid Product contentN666081Component50 TStorageN666081ANc-Buffer A50 mL2-8℃N666081BNc-Buffer B3 mL2-8℃N666081CNc-Buffer C25 mL2-8℃N666081DProtease Inhibitor Cocktail750 µL-20℃. Avoid freeze/thaw cycle.ProductsThe Nc-Nucleus/Plasma Protein Extraction Kit is a simple and rapid method for extracting nucleus and plasma proteins from mammalian cells and tissues, and the extracted proteins remain biologically active. The kit first cleaves the cell membrane and releases plasma proteins using the plasma protein extraction reagent, and then centrifuges the nucleus to obtain a nucleus precipitate. Finally, the nuclear proteins are extracted by the nuclear protein extraction reagent. The extracted nuclear and plasma proteins are of high purity, effectively avoiding cross-contamination of nuclear and plasma proteins, and can be used for subsequent operations such as Western, Gel Shift, reporter gene detection and enzyme activity determination.Caveat1. If phosphorylated proteins are to be extracted, add a phosphatase inhibitor to the extraction reagent.2. All sample handling should be done on ice.3. The amount of reagents can be adjusted according to the specific experimental situation to ensure that the ratio of each reagent used is Nc-Buffer A:Nc-Buffer B:Nc-Buffer C = 100:5.5:50.4. Higher speeds can be used for centrifugation.ProcedureI Extraction of cytoplasmic and cytosolic proteins from cells1. Please remove the extraction reagents Nc-Buffer A and Nc-Buffer C for pre-cooling before protein extraction.2. Collect the cells and count them. Centrifuge to remove supernatant.3. 1×107 cells were added with 1 ml of Nc-Buffer A (added to Protease Inhibitor Cocktail at a ratio of 1:99 within 2-3 minutes prior to protein pumping), vortexed for 5 seconds to mix well, and incubated on ice for 20 minutes.Note: The characteristics of various cells are different, and the amount of Nc-Buffer A needs to be adjusted according to the characteristics of different cells. If the protein concentration is small, reduce the amount of Nc-Buffer A and subsequent Nc-Buffer B and Nc-Buffer C proportionally.4. Add 55 µl of Nc-Buffer B, vortex for 5 seconds to mix thoroughly, and incubate on ice for 1 minute.5. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm (~13,400 x g) for 15 minutes at 4°C, collect the supernatant (as clean as possible) into a new centrifuge tube and store at -20°C (this extract is cytoplasmic protein).6. Add 500 µl of Nc-Buffer C (add Protease Inhibitor Cocktail at a ratio of 1:99 before use) to the precipitate obtained in the previous step, vortex for 5 seconds to mix thoroughly, resuspend the precipitate and incubate on ice for 40 minutes, vortexing and mixing at 10-minute intervals for about 15-30 seconds each time.7. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 15 minutes at 4°C, collect the supernatant (as clean as possible) into a new centrifuge tube and store at -20°C (this extract is for cytosolic proteins).II Extraction of cytoplasmic and cytosolic proteins from tissues1. Sampling and preservation of tissues.2. Remove the extraction reagents Nc-Buffer A and Nc-Buffer C for pre-cooling before protein extraction.3. Weigh the tissue and add 1 ml of Nc-Buffer A per 100 mg of tissue (add Protease Inhibitor Cocktail 2-3 minutes before protein extraction at a ratio of 1:99), homogenize well on ice with a homogenizer, and incubate on ice for 20 minutes.Note: The characteristics of various tissues are different, and the amount of Nc-Buffer A needs to be adjusted according to different tissues. If the protein concentration is small, reduce the amount of Nc-Buffer A and subsequent Nc-Buffer B and Nc-Buffer C proportionally.4. Add 55 µl of Nc-Buffer B, vortex for 5 seconds to mix thoroughly, and place on ice for 1 minute of incubation.5. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 15 minutes at 4°C, collect the supernatant (as clean as possible) into a new centrifuge tube and store at -20°C (this extract is cytoplasmic protein).6. Add 500 µl of Nc-Buffer C (add Protease Inhibitor Cocktail at a ratio of 1:99 before use) to the precipitate obtained in the previous step, vortex for 5 seconds to mix thoroughly, resuspend the precipitate and incubate on ice for 40 minutes, vortexing and mixing at 10-minute intervals at, each time for about 15-30 seconds.7. Centrifuge at 12,000 rpm for 15 minutes at 4°C, collect the supernatant (as clean as possible) into a new centrifuge tube and store at -20°C (this extract is cytosolic protein)... Read More | The fluorescent dye PKH67 is suitable for conventional cell membrane labeling. It is a green fluorescent dye that can track cells in vitro and in vivo. It labels cells by binding to the lipid components of the membrane structure. PKH67 has low cytotoxicity, low fluorescence background, high fat The fluorescent dye PKH67 is suitable for conventional cell membrane labeling. It is a green fluorescent dye that can track cells in vitro and in vivo. It labels cells by binding to the lipid components of the membrane structure. PKH67 has low cytotoxicity, low fluorescence background, high fat solubility, can easily penetrate cell membranes, and has strong and stable green fluorescence. PKH67-labeled cells can be used for in vitro and in vivo proliferation studies, and have the function of not staining neighboring cells. In the process of cell division and proliferation, the fluorescence intensity of PKH67 will gradually decrease as the cells divide. The labeled fluorescence can be evenly distributed to the two sub-generation cells, so its fluorescence intensity is half that of the parent cell. According to this feature, It can be used to detect cell proliferation, cell cycle estimation and cell division, etc. The fluorescence of PKH67-labeled cells is very uniform, and the fluorescence distribution of sub-generation cells after division is also more uniform. In the process of cell division and proliferation, PKH67-labeled fluorescence can be evenly distributed between the two sub-generation cells, and the fluorescence intensity becomes half of that of the parent cell. According to the difference in fluorescence intensity, the undivided cells can be detected by flow cytometry. One time (1/2 the fluorescence intensity), the second time (1/4 the fluorescence intensity), three times (1/8 the fluorescence intensity), and more divisions of cells. PKH67 can detect splits up to six times or even more. In addition to the detection of cell proliferation, PKH67 can also be used for in vitro tracking of cells. After labeling, the fluorescence expression is stable in the cell, and the positive labeling rate is over 98%. The labeled cells have good morphology, which can effectively observe the cells in vitro. Induce differentiation; or inject labeled cells into the body, it can effectively show the migration and differentiation of transplanted cells in living tissues. PKH67-labeled cells can be used for in vivo observation for as long as several weeks. It is often used for in vivo cell detection experiments and experiments to observe long-term cell activity using fluorescence electron microscope. PKH67 is less toxic and does not affect cell proliferation. This method is simple to operate, does not use radioactive isotopes, and poses no safety hazards. You can get the desired experimental data faster, more accurately and more safely.Due to the longer length of the charcoal tail, internal studies have shown that PKH67 is less transferred between cells than PKH2. In in vivo studies using PKH1 and PKH2, the fluorescence intensity will slowly lose. Since this is a behavioral characteristic of green cell linker dye rather than red cell linker dye, PKH67 will have similar properties. The correlation between the in vitro cell membrane retention of non-dividing cells and the in vivo fluorescence half-life reveals that the in vivo fluorescence half-life of PKH67 is 10-12 days. Other green cell linker dyes with similar half-lives have been used to monitor the transport of lymphocytes and macrophages in the body within one to two months. The results indicate that PKH67 can also be used for medium-term in vivo tracking studies.The dye can stably bind to the lipid region of the cell membrane and emit fluorescence, and is mainly used for cell labeling in vitro, cell proliferation research in vitro, and cell tracing research in vivo and in vitro. The fluorescence half-life of PKH67 in vivo is 10-12 days. Compared with PKH-67, PKH-26 has a longer half-life, and the half-life of PKH26 labeled on rabbit red blood cells is more than 100 days. Especially suitable for in vitro proliferation research and long-term in vivo cell tracking research. After PKH67 labels the cells, flow cytometry is usually used for cell proliferation detection.Kit components0.1ml kits: P266290A-0.1ml P266290B-10ml1ml kits: P266290A-1ml P266290B-60mlDyes with A suffix and diluents with B suffix are used togetherPKH67 labeled cells show green fluorescence, the fluorescence wavelength: λex=490 nm, λem=502 nm.Storage conditions: -20℃ protected from light, valid for 1 yearPrecautions●Staining concentration varies according to the type of cell and the number of cells in each well.● The prepared PKH67 mother liquor is very easy to dissolve. It is recommended to store in aliquots and freeze-dry at ≦-20℃.● PKH67 working solution should be prepared for immediate use, and cannot be prepared in advance, because PKH67 will decompose due to the absorption of water and affect the dyeing effect.● PKH67 is easily decomposed and will deteriorate quickly in the water solution. Please avoid contact with water during use of mother liquor. The working fluid is in contact with the water during the process of labeling the cells within the permitted time range.● PKH67 fluorescent dye is a DMSO solution. It will solidify and stick to the bottom, wall or cap of the tube at a lower temperature such as 4℃ and ice bath. After being taken out of the refrigerator, it will return to room temperature and become After the liquid is in the state, remove the cap from the bottom of the tube. It can be used after it has completely melted in a 37°C water bath.● The number of generations or time that can be traced after different cell types are marked is quite different. Please make a test based on the actual situation or reference documents.Instructions1. Staining solution preparation:(1) Take out the PKH67 reagent from the refrigerator, let it stand for a few minutes to room temperature, or after a 37°C water bath, leave the tube containing PKH67, and be sure to leave the tube for a few minutes before opening the lid to allow the reagent to fully fall into the tube The lid can only be opened after the bottom.(2) According to the number of cell samples to be tested, dilute the probe 10 times with the diluent, and then use a suitable solution (such as non-clear medium, HBSS or PBS) to dilute the PKH67 mother liquor 25 times to prepare a stain Work fluid. The best working solution concentration should be adjusted according to different cells and your own experimental system. Generally, the cells can be diluted 250 times according to the final concentration of the mother liquor in the kit. Some cells may need to increase the concentration appropriately.2. Cell staining(1) Resuspend the prepared cells to be tested in 100µl of staining solution to a cell concentration of about 107/ml. You can also perform in-situ staining, as long as the staining solution is enough to cover the cells.(2) Culture the cells at 2～8℃ for 15～30 minutes. The best culture time is different for different cells.It is recommended to incubate the labeled cells in the staining solution at 37°C for 5 minutes, and then at 4°C for 15 minutes.Low-temperature incubation can reduce the endocytosis of the dye by the cells, help the dye to label the plasma membrane, and reduce the possibility of the dye localizing to cytoplasmic vesicles.(3) After separation, remove the supernatant, collect the cells, wash the cells 1-2 times with PBS or non-clear medium, and finally add PBS or non-clear medium to resuspend the cells.(4) Take 500µl of cell suspension and test with flow cytometer. Ex/Em=490/502nm.(5) Subsequently, the cells can be cultured according to the normal culture method.(6) The labeling effect can be directly observed under a fluorescence microscope, or the cell proliferation can be detected by a flow cytometer after an appropriate period of culture, or used for cell fluorescence traces for other specific experimental purposes... Read More |