OXPHOSight™ Ketone Body Assay Kit

CAT#: ITS-1125-HM32
Product Type: Assay Kit
Species: All Species
Short Description
Measures ketone bodies (acetoacetate and 3-hydroxybutyrate).
Brand
OXPHOSight
Development Stage
Research-Grade Metabolic Assay Development
Description
The OXPHOSight™ Ketone Body Assay Kit quantifies biomarkers of ketosis, facilitating the monitoring of diabetic ketoacidosis risk and the efficacy of ketogenic diet interventions. It precisely measures acetoacetate and 3-hydroxybutyrate, providing a complete picture of fatty acid breakdown. This assay is essential for metabolic clinical trials and for evaluating the safety and efficacy of drugs that influence ketone body production.
Features
Quantifies acetoacetate and 3-hydroxybutyrate; Monitors diabetic ketoacidosis risk and therapeutic ketosis in metabolic clinical trials.
Process Relevance
Diabetic Ketoacidosis Monitoring
Application Stage
Clinical Research
Applications
Monitoring fatty acid breakdown in diabetes and ketoacidosis.
Qualified With
Internal performance validation using reference standards under defined assay conditions.
Detection Method
Absorbance at 340 nm
Sample Type
Serum, plasma, urine samples
Research Areas
Diabetes & Obesity; Endocrinology
Size
200 tests
Data Output Type
Quantitative (Concentration)
Assay Time
Results in 30 min
LOD
0.12 mM
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 on ice under temperature-controlled conditions.
Background
Ketone bodies are water-soluble molecules produced by the liver from fatty acids during periods of carbohydrate restriction. They serve as an alternative energy source for the brain but can reach toxic levels in diabetic ketoacidosis.
For Research Use Only | Not For Clinical Use
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