Format: 96-well plate

Form: 96 Tests

Detection Method: Fluorometric

Assay Time: 1.5 h

Sample Type: Cell lysates, plasma, serum

Positive Control: Calpain 1

Kit Contents: Calibration Standard, Positive Control Calpain 1, Substrate, Activation Buffer, Inhibition Buffer, Reduction Agent, Assay Buffer, Cell Lysis Buffer, 96-Well Plate, Plate Sealer, and a user protocol.

Comments: Calpains are Ca2+-dependent proteinases, which are involved in normal cellular processes including cell proliferation, apoptosis, differentiation, and cell migration. Requires a fluorimeter or microplate reader capable of measuring fluorescence at wavelengths of Excitation max: ~360 nm and Emission max: ~460 nm.

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