CertiQ™ Chromium Assay Kit

CAT#: ITS-1125-YL40
Product Type: Assay Kit
Species: All Species
Brand: CertiQ
Development Stage: Research-Grade Quality Control Assay Development
Short Description
Measures chromium levels using a colorimetric method.
Brand
CertiQ
Development Stage
Research-Grade Quality Control Assay Development
Description
This CertiQ™ Chromium Assay Kit provides a rapid colorimetric method for quantifying total chromium concentrations in biological and environmental matrices. The system utilizes a specific reagent that forms a colored complex with chromium ions, allowing for precise measurement with minimal interference. This reliable tool facilitates research into trace element homeostasis and metabolic pathways, offering high sensitivity and reproducibility for fundamental studies in physiology and environmental biochemistry.
Features
Utilizes a high-specificity chromogenic reagent for the sensitive detection of chromium, facilitating research into trace metal uptake and its influence on metabolic regulation in diverse models.
Process Relevance
Quantifying chromium levels to monitor trace metal interactions and evaluate cellular metabolic responses.
Application Stage
Environmental monitoring and toxicology research.
Applications
Quantify chromium levels in biological and environmental samples to study metal metabolism and toxicological impacts in research models.
Qualified With
Internal performance validation using reference standards under defined assay conditions.
Detection Method
Absorbance at 480nm
Sample Type
Serum, plasma, environmental water, soil extracts.
Research Areas
Environmental Science; Trace Metal Research; Toxicology
Size
250 tests
Data Output Type
Quantitative concentration measurement
Assay Time
20 min
LOD
LOD: 20 µg/L (0.38 µM, 0.02 ppm)
Species
All Species
Storage
Store at -20 °C upon receipt to maintain reagent stability. Follow recommended handling procedures to ensure consistent assay performance.
Storage Comment
Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. During use, minimize the time components are exposed to room temperature and return them promptly to -20 °C storage after handling. Do not store at elevated temperatures for extended periods.
Expiry Date
6 months under recommended storage conditions to ensure optimal performance.
Note
For bulk pricing or custom reagent inquiries, please contact us by email or phone. Products are shipped on ice via FedEx.
Restrictions
For Research Use Only (RUO). Not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use.
Shipping
Shipped at room temperature.
Background
Chromium exists in different oxidation states, with some forms being essential for carbohydrate metabolism and others being potential environmental contaminants. Accurate quantification is necessary for studying its biological roles and monitoring environmental safety.
For Research Use Only | Not For Clinical Use
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