{"product_id":"abcam-ab252366","title":"Abcam, ab252366, Mouse SFTPC ELISA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 x 96Tests\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse SFTPC ELISA Kit is a single-wash 90-min Simplestep used to quantify Mouse SFTPC with a sensitivity of 40 pg\/ml. The assay uses a simple mix-wash-read protocol with just one incubation and one wash step. - Colorimetric Sandwich ELISA - 450 nm readout : works on any standard plate reader - Design your own immunoassay: we also offer the conjugation-ready antibody pair\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nDetection method:Colorimetric,\u003cbr\u003e\nSample types:Tissue Extracts, Tissue Culture Media,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay type:Sandwich (quantitative),\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity:= 40 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nRange:117.19 - 7500 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay time:1h 30m,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay Platform:Pre-coated microplate (12 x 8 well strips)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse SFTPC ELISA Kit ab252366 is a rapid single-wash 90-min Sandwich ELISA to measure Mouse SFTPC in tissue, tissue extracts. This SimpleStep sensitivity is 40 pg\/mL.\u003cbr\u003e\nHow the assay works\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse SFTPC SimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\nemploys capture antibodies conjugated to an affinity tag that is recognized by the monoclonal antibody used to coat our SimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\nplates. This approach to sandwich ELISA allows the formation of the antibody-analyte sandwich complex in a single step, significantly reducing assay time. See the SimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\nprotocol summary in the image section for further details.\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay Specificity\u003cbr\u003e\nOur SimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\nkits use recombinant monoclonal antibodies rigorously validated to ensure the highest level of consistency and reproducibility, improved sensitivity and specificity and ease of scalability and security of supply.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease refer to our protocol booklet for more details.\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse SFTPC ELISA Kit ab252366 protocol summary\u003cbr\u003e\n1. Mix: add samples\/standards to the wells together with the capture and detector antibody cocktail. Incubate 1 hr at room temperature\u003cbr\u003e\n2. Wash\u003cbr\u003e\n3. Add TMB development solution - incubate for 10 min\u003cbr\u003e\n4. Add Stop solution\u003cbr\u003e\n5. Read the results on a plate reader at 450 nm\u003cbr\u003e\nDesign your own immunoassay\u003cbr\u003e\nWe offer the antibody pair used in this kit in a BSA and Azide-free format, ready for conjugation:\u003cbr\u003e\n- Anti-Prosurfactant Protein C antibody [EPR21012-72] - BSA and Azide free (Capture)\u003cbr\u003e\nab259668\u003cbr\u003e\n- Anti-Prosurfactant Protein C antibody [EPR21012-112] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)\u003cbr\u003e\nab259668\u003cbr\u003e\nREACH authorisation\u003cbr\u003e\nAbcam has not and does not intend to apply for the REACH Authorisation of customers' uses of products that contain European Authorisation list (Annex XIV) substances.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is the responsibility of our customers to check the necessity of application of REACH Authorisation, and any other relevant authorisations, for their intended uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-+4°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nProsurfactant Protein C (Pro-SP-C) often referred to as SPC or by its abbreviated form SP-C is a hydrophobic peptide critical for lung function. This protein has a mass of approximately 21 kDa and is expressed prominently in the alveolar type II cells of the lung tissue. Beyond its full-length variant various pro forms such as proSP-C are studied for their roles during protein maturation and trafficking. These pro forms are essential for producing the mature functional SP-C a critical component of lung surfactant which reduces surface tension in alveoli and prevents lung collapse.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nIn surfactant homeostasis Prosurfactant Protein C associates with surfactant protein complexes where it interacts with phospholipids like phosphatidylcholine to stabilize the alveolar structures. As part of this complex it aids in reducing surface tension at the air-liquid interface in the alveoli and contributes to the host defense system by fostering pathogen clearance and modulating inflammation. The intricate processing of Pro-SP-C into its mature form involves fucosylation and other post-translational modifications which are key for functional surfactant activity.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nThe role of Prosurfactant Protein C is integral to the surfactant metabolism pathway affecting lung function and homeostasis. This pathway is important for proper respiratory mechanics and is closely linked to other surfactant proteins like SP-B and SP-D. These proteins work together within the lipid-protein matrix of the surfactant to ensure proper alveolar deflation and reinflation during respiration. Disruption within these pathways can have significant impact on lung health and respiratory physiology.\u003cbr\u003e\nMutations or dysfunctions in Prosurfactant Protein C are linked to interstitial lung diseases including pulmonary alveolar proteinosis and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. These conditions often result from misfolded proteins or improper surfactant metabolism leading to compromised lung function. Connections with disorders like these highlight interactions between Prosurfactant Protein C and C-reactive protein uncovering underlying inflammatory processes. Therapy and research often target these protein interactions and modifications as understanding them holds potential for strategic intervention in surfactant-related pathologies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843574812841,"sku":"ab252366","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab252366","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}