{"product_id":"abcam-ab317778","title":"Abcam, ab317778, Human NF2\/Merlin ELISA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 x 96Tests \/ 1 x 384Tests \/ 10 x 96Tests\u003cbr\u003e\nHuman NF2\/Merlin ELISA Kit is a single-wash 90-min Simplestep used to quantify Human NF2\/Merlin with a sensitivity of 36 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 - Different formats for different needs: 10x96 plates for bulk orders and 384-well plate for higher throughput\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nDetection method:Colorimetric,\u003cbr\u003e\nSample types:Cell Lysate, Tissue Extracts,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay type:Sandwich (quantitative),\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity:= 36 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nRange:156.25 - 5000 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\nHuman NF2\/Merlin SimpleStep ELISA® kit is a single-wash 90 min sandwich ELISA designed for the quantitative measurement of NF2\/Merlin protein in Cell Lysate 85. Quantitate Human NF2\/Merlin with 36 pg\/ml sensitivity.\u003cbr\u003e\nSimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology employs 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. Our SimpleStep ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology provides several benefits:\u003cbr\u003e\n-Single-wash protocol reduces assay time to 90 minutes or less\u003cbr\u003e\n-High sensitivity, specificity and reproducibility from superior antibodies\u003cbr\u003e\n-Fully validated in biological samples\u003cbr\u003e\n-96-wells plate breakable into 12 x 8 wells strips, available in 10-pack (10 x 96-well plates)\u003cbr\u003e\n-Also available in a fully validated 384-well format.\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\nThe NF2 gene produces a protein known as Neurofibromin 2 often called Merlin. The NF2 protein or Merlin protein plays a mechanical role in the cell as a tumor suppressor by stabilizing cellular structure and regulating cell growth. Its molar mass is approximately 70 kDa. NF2 protein is found mainly in the nervous system particularly in Schwann cells which are important for nerve function.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe NF2 protein functions to control cell proliferation differentiation and motility. It associates with the cytoskeleton acting as a bridge between cell surface proteins and the actin cytoskeleton. Merlin as part of the ERM (ezrin radixin moesin) family contributes to the assembly of protein complexes at the cell membrane. Through its interactions it plays a significant role in maintaining proper cell signaling and structural integrity.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nNF2 protein integrates into the Hippo signaling pathway which regulates organ size by controlling cell growth and apoptosis. Within this pathway Merlin interacts with members such as YAP1 and LATS1\/2 moderating their activity to prevent over-proliferation of cells. NF2 also connects with the mTOR pathway which is critical for cell metabolism and growth further emphasizing its regulatory functions in cellular homeostasis.\u003cbr\u003e\nMutations or deletions in the NF2 gene are associated with neurofibromatosis type 2 a condition that causes benign tumors on nerve tissues known as schwannomas. NF2 protein is linked to other proteins such as angiogenesis factors contributing to the development of these tumors. Schwannomatosis another disorder related to NF2 involves nerve sheath tumor formation with Merlin mutation playing a role indicating its importance in nervous system health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843641823401,"sku":"ab317778","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab317778","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}