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Luciferase Reporter Gene Detection Kit

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UNSPSC Code:
12352207
NACRES:
NA.84

usage

 kit sufficient for 100 assays

Quality Level

200

storage temp.

−70°C

General description

Firefly luciferase is one of the most utilized reporter genes for the study of gene expression. It is an extremely sensitive, rapid, and easy-to-use reporter gene. The chemiluminescent reaction catalyzed by luciferase is one of the most sensitive analytical tools for measuring gene expression. The luciferase substrate contains coenzyme A for increased and sustained luminescence compared to conventional methods. This eliminates the need for automated luminometer injection of the substrate and allows analysis by photographic film or scintillation counting. The lysis buffer contains polymyxin B which further enhances the signal and eliminates lysozyme treatment and freeze-thawing of cells. Cell lysis buffer is compatible with β-galactosidase assays. The enzyme encoded by the luciferase reporter gene catalyzes the oxidation of D-luciferin in the presence of ATP, oxygen, and Mg2+. The fluorescent product is quantified to measure its activity.

Pictograms

CorrosionEnvironment
GHS05,GHS09

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H318,H410

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Acute 1 - Aquatic Chronic 2 - Eye Dam. 1

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

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Bioluminescent Firefly Luciferase Assays

Firefly luciferase is a widely used bioluminescent reporter for studying gene regulation and function. It is a very sensitive genetic reporter due to the absence of endogenous luciferase activity in mammalian cells or tissues.

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