Short Description
Detects formate levels using a colorimetric method.
Development Stage
Research-Grade Metabolic Assay Development
Description
This OXPHOSight™ Formate Assay Kit provides a specific colorimetric method for the quantification of formate in biological and environmental samples. Utilizing an enzymatic oxidation reaction, the system produces a colored signal proportional to the formate concentration with minimal background interference. This analytical tool enables researchers to investigate one-carbon metabolism and microbial fermentation pathways, supporting fundamental studies in metabolic regulation and biochemical profiling across various systems.
Features
Employs a specific formate dehydrogenase reaction for the accurate quantification of formate levels, supporting research into one-carbon metabolism and microbial fermentation in biological samples.
Process Relevance
Monitoring formate production to track C1 metabolic pathways and evaluate fermentation efficiency.
Application Stage
One-carbon metabolism research and microbial physiology.
Applications
Quantify formate levels in biological fluids and culture media to analyze one-carbon metabolism and mitochondrial function in research.
Qualified With
Internal performance validation using reference standards under defined assay conditions.
Detection Method
Absorbance at 565nm
Sample Type
Biological fluids, environmental water, cell culture media.
Research Areas
One-Carbon Metabolism; Microbiology; Mitochondrial Research
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