CTGF ELISA Kit

Catalog No. ABIN924759

Product Details CTGF ELISA Kit

Target: CTGF (Connective Tissue Growth Factor (CTGF))

Reactivity: Human

Detection Method: Colorimetric

Method Type: Sandwich ELISA

Detection Range: 63-4000 pg/mL

Minimum Detection Limit: 63 pg/mL

Application: ELISA

Purpose: The OmniKine? Human CTGF ELISA Kit contains the components necessary for quantitative determination of natural or recombinant Human CTGF concentrations within any experimental sample including cell lysates, serum and plasma. This particular immunoassay utilizes the quantitative technique of a "Sandwich" Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) where the target protein (antigen) is bound in a "sandwich" format by the primary capture antibodies coated to each well-bottom and the secondary detection antibodies added subsequently by the investigator. The capture antibodies coated to the bottom of each well are specific for a particular epitope on Human CTGF while the user-added detection antibodies bind to epitopes on the captured target protein. Amid each step of the procedure, a series of wash steps must be performed to ensure the elimination of non- specific binding between proteins to other proteins or to the solid phase. After incubation and "sandwiching" of the target antigen, a peroxidase enzyme is conjugated to the constant heavy chain of the secondary antibody (either covalently or via Avidin/Streptavidin-Biotin interactions), allowing for a colorimetric reaction to ensue upon substrate addition. When the substrate TMB (3, 3', 5, 5'-Tetramethylbenzidine) is added, the reaction catalyzed by peroxidase yields a blue color that is representative of the antigen concentration. Upon sufficient color development, the reaction can be terminated through addition of Stop Solution (2 N Sulfuric Acid) where the color of the solution will turn yellow. The absorbance of each well can then be read by a spectrophotometer, allowing for generation of a standard curve and subsequent determination of protein concentration.

Brand: OmniKine™

Sample Type: Cell Lysate, Serum, Plasma

Analytical Method: Quantitative

Specificity: The Human CTGF ELISA Kit allows for the detection and quantification of endogenous levels of natural and/or recombinant Human CTGF proteins.

Cross-Reactivity (Details): The Human CTGF ELISA is capable of recognizing both recombinant and naturally produced Human CTGF proteins. The antigens listed below were tested at 50 ng/mL and did not exhibit significant cross reactivity or interference. Human: BMP-4, CTGFL/WISP-2, CYR61, IGF-I, IGF-II, IGF-BP1, NOV, TGF-β, WISP-1, WISP-3

Characteristics: The Human CTGF ELISA Kit allows for the detection and quantification of endogenous levels of natural and/or recombinant Human CTGF proteins within the range of 63-4000 pg/mL.

Components:

• Microstrips Coated w / Capture Antibody: 12 x 8-Well Microstrips
• Protein Standard: Lyophilized (100 ng), Red container
• Biotinylated Detection Antibody: Lyophilized, Yellow container
• 400x Streptavidin-HRP: 30 μL, Blue container
• Wash Buffer (10x): 50 mL, Clear containter
• Assay Diluent: 50 mL, Clear container
• Ready-to-Use Substrate: 12 mL, Brown container
• Stop Solution: 12 mL, Clear container
• Adhesive Plate Sealers: 4 Sheets
• Technical Manual 1 Manual

Material not included: The following materials and/or equipment are NOT provided in this kit but are necessary to successfully conduct the experiment:
Microplate reader able to measure absorbance at 450 nm (with correction wavelength set to 540 nm or 570 nm)
Micropipettes with capability of measuring volumes ranging from 1 μl to 1 mL
Deionized or sterile water
Squirt bottle, manifold dispenser, multichannel pipette reservoir or automated microplate washer
Graph paper or computer software capable of generating or displaying logarithmic functions
Absorbent paper or vacuum aspirator
Test tubes or microfuge tubes capable of storing ≥1 mL
Bench
top centrifuge (optional)
Bench
top vortex (optional)
Orbital shaker (optional)

Application Details

Plate: Pre-coated

Protocol: This particular immunoassay utilizes the quantitative technique of a Sandwich Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) where the target protein (antigen) is bound in a sandwich format by the primary capture antibodies coated to each well-bottom and the secondary detection antibodies added subsequently by the investigator. The capture antibodies coated to the bottom of each well are specific for a particular epitope on the Human CTGF cytokine while the user-added detection antibodies bind to epitopes on the captured target protein. Amid each step of the procedure, a series of wash steps must be performed to ensure the elimination of non-specific binding between proteins to other proteins or to the solid phase. After incubation and sandwiching of the target antigen, a peroxidase enzyme is conjugated to the constant heavy chain of the secondary antibody (either covalently or via Avidin/Streptavidin-Biotin interactions), allowing for a colorimetric reaction to ensue upon substrate addition. When the substrate TMB (3, 3’, 5, 5’- Tetramethylbenzidine) is added, the reaction catalyzed by peroxidase yields a blue color that is representative of the antigen concentration. Upon sufficient color development, the reaction can be terminated through addition of Stop Solution (2 N Sulfuric Acid) where the color of the solution will turn yellow. The absorbance of each well can then be read by a spectrophotometer, allowing for generation of a standard curve and subsequent determination of protein concentration.

Sample Preparation:

If samples are to be used within 24 hours, aliquot and store at 4 °C. If samples are to be used over a long period of time, aliquot and store between -20 °C and -80 °C, depending on the duration of storage.
Note: Samples containing a visible precipitate or pellet must be clarified prior to use in the assay.
Caution: Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles to prevent loss of biological activity of proteins in experimental samples.

• Cell Lysate and Supernatants:
  Remove large cell components via centrifugation and perform the assay. Cell lysates and supernatants require a dilution using Assay Diluent. A serial dilution may be performed to determine a suitable dilution factor for the sample. For future use of the sample, follow the sample storage guidelines stated above.
• Serum:
  Allow samples to clot in a serum separator tube (SST) for 30 minutes. After sufficient clotting, centrifuge at 1000 x g for 15 minutes and remove serum from SST in preparation for the assay. Serum samples require at least a 1:50 dilution using Assay Diluent. For future use of the sample, follow the storage guidelines above.
• Plasma:
  Use heparin, citrate or EDTA as an anticoagulant to gather plasma from original biological sample. After collection of the plasma, centrifuge for 15 minutes at 1000 x g. This step must be performed within 30 minutes of plasma collection. Plasma samples require at least a 1:50 dilution using Assay Diluent. Afterwards, perform the assay or for future use of the sample, follow the storage guidelines stated above.

Assay Procedure:

Note: If possible, all incubation steps should be performed on an orbital shaker to equilibrate solutions when added to the microplate wells. Also, all provided solutions should be at ambient temperature prior to use.
Note: Avoid adding solutions into wells at an angle, always keep pipette tip perpendicular to plate bottom.

Reconstitution of Provided Materials:

1. Reconstitute the Biotin-Conjugated Detection Antibody in 67 µL of ddH₂O for a concentration of 180 µg/ml.
2. Reconstitute the Protein Standard in 100 µL of ddH₂O for a concentration of 340 ng/ml.
3. Dilute the 50 mL of 10x Wash Buffer in 450 mL of ddH2O for 500 mL of 1x Wash Buffer.

Addition of Known Standard and Unknown Sample to Immunoassay:

The OmniKine™ Human CD163 ELISA Kit allows for the detection and quantification of endogenous levels of natural and/or recombinant Human CD163 proteins

Calculation of Results:

Generation of Standard Curve and Interpretation of Data
1. Average the duplicate or triplicate readings for each standard, control and sample and subtract the average zero standard optical density.
2. Generate a standard curve by using Microsoft Excel or other computer software capable of establishing a 4- Parameter Logistic (4-PL) curve fit. If using Excel or an alternative graphing tool, plot the average optical density values in absorbance units (y-axis) against the known standard concentrations in pg/ml (x-axis). Note: Only use the values in which a noticeable gradient can be established. Afterwards, generate a best fit curve or trend-line through the plotted points via regression analysis.

Restrictions: For Research Use only

Handling

Precaution of Use: Reagents provided in this kit may be harmful if ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Please carefully review the MSDS for each reagent before conducting the experiment.
Stop Solution contains 2 N Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) and is an extremely corrosive agent. Please wear proper eye, hand and face protection when handling this material. When the experiment is finished, be sure to rinse the plate with copious amounts of running water to dilute the Stop Solution prior to disposing the plate.

Handling Advice: This ELISA kit is intended for research purposes only, NOT diagnostic or clinical procedures of any kind.
Materials included in this kit should NOT be used past the expiration date on the kit label.
Reagents or substrates included in this kit should NOT be mixed or substituted with reagents or substrates from any other kits.
Variations in pipetting technique, washing technique, operator laboratory technique, kit age, incubation time or temperature may cause differences in binding affinity of the materials provided.
The assay is designed to eliminate interference and background by other cellular macromolecules or factors present within any biological samples. However, the possibility of background noise cannot be fully excluded until all factors have been tested using the assay kit.

Reagents provided in this kit may be harmful if ingested, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Please carefully review the MSDS for each reagent before conducting the experiment.
Stop Solution contains 2 N Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) and is an extremely corrosive agent. Please wear proper eye, hand and face protection when handling this material. When the experiment is finished, be sure to rinse the plate with copious amounts of running water to dilute the Stop Solution prior to disposing the plate.

Storage: 4 °C

Storage Comment: Note: If used frequently, reagents may be stored at 4 °C.

• Unopened Kits: Store at 4 °C for 6 months.
• Microstrips Coated w/ Capture Antibody, 400x Streptavidin-HRP Wash Buffer (10x), Assay Diluent Ready-to-Use Substrate, Stop Solution: 6 Months at 4 °C
• Protein Standard, Biotinylated Detection Antibody: Lyophilized: 6 Months (if Reconstituted: 1 Month) at 4 °C

Target Details for CTGF

Target: CTGF (Connective Tissue Growth Factor (CTGF))

Alternative Name: CTGF (CTGF Products)

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Background: Human CTGF, also known as Connective Tissue Growth Factor, is a 349 amino acid growth factor encoded by the CTGF gene located at locus 6q23.1 on chromosome 6. Following translation, CTGF undergoes proteolytic processing where the 26 residue signal sequence is cleaved and CTGF is allowed to fold into its mature form. CTGF is characterized as a major connective tissue mitoattractant secreted by vascular endothelial cells. These growth factors typically are known to promote proliferation and differentiation of chondrocytes, mediate heparin- and divalent cation- dependent cell adhesion in many cell types including fibroblasts, myofibroblasts, endothelial and epithelial cells. Moreover, they tend to enhance fibroblast growth factor-induced DNA synthesis. Belonging to the CCN family, the CTGF protein contains a C-terminal cysteine knot-like domain (CTCK), an IGFBP N-terminal domain, a TSP type-1 domain, and a VWFC domain. Furthermore, this particular growth factor is mainly expressed in bone marrow and thymic cells. Source: Entrez Gene: CTGF connective tissue growth factor [Homo sapiens], Swiss-Prot: P29279

Gene ID: 1490

UniProt: P29279

Pathways: Regulation of Lipid Metabolism by PPARalpha, Positive Regulation of Endopeptidase Activity, Growth Factor Binding