Short Description
Measures lipid peroxidation using a colorimetric method.
Development Stage
Research-Grade Oxidative Stress Assay Development
Description
This GuardianOx™ TBARS Assay Kit provides a standardized colorimetric method for quantifying malondialdehyde, a key marker of lipid peroxidation. The system measures the formation of a colored adduct under acidic conditions, offering a reliable index of oxidative damage to lipids. This robust tool facilitates research into oxidative stress mechanisms and membrane integrity, ensuring consistent results for fundamental studies in cellular physiology and aging.
Features
Measures malondialdehyde levels through a standardized TBARS reaction, providing a reliable and sensitive marker for quantifying lipid peroxidation and oxidative membrane damage in research.
Process Relevance
Quantifying lipid peroxidation to assess oxidative stress levels and evaluate membrane damage in vitro.
Application Stage
Lipid peroxidation research and oxidative stress monitoring.
Applications
Measure lipid peroxidation markers in biological samples to evaluate oxidative stress and cellular damage in various research models.
Qualified With
Internal performance validation using reference standards under defined assay conditions.
Detection Method
Absorbance at 535nm, or Fluorescence Detection (Ex 530 nm / Em 585 nm)
Sample Type
Serum, plasma, urine, cell lysates, tissue homogenates.
Research Areas
Lipid Peroxidation; Oxidative Stress Research; Cardiovascular Research
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