K-YBGL
SKU: 700004358
100 assays per kit
| Content: | 100 assays per kit |
| Shipping Temperature: | Ambient |
| Storage Temperature: | Short term stability: 2-8oC, Long term stability: See individual component labels |
| Stability: | > 2 years under recommended storage conditions |
| Analyte: | β-Glucan |
| Assay Format: | Spectrophotometer |
| Detection Method: | Absorbance |
| Wavelength (nm): | 510 |
| Signal Response: | Increase |
| Linear Range: | 4 to 100 μg of glucose per assay |
| Limit of Detection: | 1 g/100 g |
| Total Assay Time: | ~ 100 min |
| Application examples: | Yeast preparations, mushroom preparations and other materials. |
| Method recognition: | Novel method |
The β-Glucan Assay Kit (Yeast and Mushroom) is suitable for the indirect measurement of 1,3:1,6-β-glucan in yeast and mushroom preparations containing starch, glycogen, sucrose and trehalose.
We are happy to announce a new and improved procedure!
Trehalase enzyme has now been added to the β-Glucan Assay Kit (Yeast and Mushroom), further increasing the accuracy of β-glucan measurement for certain samples. The addition of trehalase removes instances of overestimation of β-glucan content in samples containing trehalose. Please refer to the assay protocol and the FAQ here for more information.
This product replaces the Enzymatic Yeast β-Glucan Assay Kit (K-EBHLG) as the method of measurement for β-glucan measurement in yeast samples. See here for more information.
See our complete list of available polysaccharide assay kits.
Advantages
The β-Glucan Assay Kit (Yeast and Mushroom) is suitable for the indirect measurement of 1,3:1,6-β-glucan in yeast and mushroom preparations containing starch, glycogen, sucrose and trehalose.
These kits provide a rapid method for the isolation and purification of total RNA and DNA sequentially from a single sample of cultured animal cells and tissues, blood, bacteria, yeast, or fungi. The lysate is passed over two columns: 1) a DNA column and 2) an RNA column. Total RNA of all sizes is purified, including microRNA. Both DNA and RNA are of the highest purity and yield.
These kits are ideal for researchers who are interested in studying the genome and transcriptome of a single sample, such as for studies of microRNA profiling, gene expression including gene silencing experiments or mRNA knockdowns, studies involving biomarker discovery, and for characterization of cultured cell lines. Norgen’s RNA/DNA Purification Kits are especially useful for researchers who are isolating macromolecules from precious, difficult to obtain or small samples such as biopsy materials or single foci from cell cultures, as they eliminate the need to fractionate the sample. Furthermore, analysis will be more reliable since the RNA and DNA are derived from the same sample, thereby eliminating inconsistent results. The purified macromolecules are of the highest purity and can be used in a number of different downstream applications
RNA/DNA Purification Kit (Spin Column)
Maximum column binding capacity of 50 μg for RNA and 20 μg for DNA.
RNA/DNA Purification Micro Kit (Micro)
The purified RNA and DNA fractions can be eluted in as little as 20 μL. Ideal for cell number inputs of 500,000 and as little as 5 cells. Maximum column binding capacity of 35 μg for RNA and 10 μg for DNA.
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| Kit Specifications | |
| Maximum Column Binding Capacity | 50 μg for RNA 20 μg for DNA |
| Maximum Column Loading Volume | 650 μL |
| Size of RNA Purified | All sizes, including small RNA (< 200 nt) |
| Maximum Amount of Starting Material: Animal Cells Animal Tissues Blood Bacteria Yeast Fungi Plant Tissues | 5 x 106 cells 25 mg (for most tissues)** 200 μL 1 x 109 cells 1 x 108 cells 50 mg 50 mg |
| Time to Complete 10 Purifications | 30 minutes |
| Average Yield*: HEK 293 Cells (1 x 106 cells) HEK 293 Cells (1 x 106 cells) Liver (15 mg) Liver (15 mg) | 10-15 μg RNA 2-4 μg DNA 30-35 μg RNA 4-6 μg DNA |
*Average Yield will vary depending upon a number of factors including species, growth conditions used, and development stage.
**Tissue inputs of up to 40 mg may be used, however for inputs greater than the recommended 25 mg, cross-contamination of the RNA and DNA fractions is possible.
Storage Conditions and Product Stability
Store Proteinase K at -20°C upon arrival. All other solutions should be kept tightly sealed and stored at room temperature. This kit is stable for 1 year after the date of shipment.
| Component | Cat. 48700 (50 preps) | Cat. 50300 (50 preps) |
|---|---|---|
| Buffer SKP | 40 mL | 40 mL |
| Wash Solution A | 2 x 38 mL 1 x 18 mL | 2 x 38 mL 1 x 18 mL |
| Elution Solution A | 6 mL | 6 mL |
| Elution Buffer F | 15 mL | 6 mL |
| RNase-Free Water | 40 mL | 40 mL |
| Proteinase K | 2 x 12 mg | 2 x 12 mg |
| gDNA Purification Columns | 50 | – |
| gDNA Purification Micro Columns | – | 50 |
| RNA Purification Columns | 50 | – |
| RNA Purification Micro Columns | – | 50 |
| Collection Tubes | 100 | 100 |
| Elution Tubes (1.7 mL) | 100 | 100 |
| Product Insert | 1 | 1 |
The JC virus (JCV) is a type of human polyomavirus and belongs to the family Papovaviridae. JCV is a double-stranded DNA virus, and is genetically similar to BK virus and SV40. The virus is very common in the general population and it is believed that most people acquire JCV in childhood or adolescence. Typically the infection is subclinical and no of consequence in children with healthy immune systems. The initial site of infection may be the tonsils or the gastrointestinal tract, and the virus then remains latent in the gastrointestinal tract. JCV can also infect the tubular epithelial cells in the kidneys, where it continues to reproduce, shedding virus particles in the urine. Also, JCV can cross the blood-brain barrier into the central nervous system. JCV is known to cause the usually fatal progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) by destroying oligodendrocytes in the brain in immunodeficient or immunosuppressed individuals. However, it has not been established whether PML is the result of a primary infection with JCV in a person with impaired immunity or whether it follows reactivation of latent virus. JC virus is also the primary cause of nephropathy (kidney disease) in people who have received a kidney transplant and are on immunosuppressive therapy.
JCV TaqMan PCR Kit, 100 reactions
JCV TaqMan PCR Probe/Primer Set and Controls, 100 reactions
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Storage Conditions and Product Stability
All kit components can be stored for 2 years after the date of production without showing any reduction in performance.
All kit components should be stored at -20°C upon arrival. Repeated thawing and freezing (> 2 x) of the Master Mix and Positive Control should be avoided, as this may affect the performance of the assay. If the reagents are to be used only intermittently, they should be frozen in aliquots.
| Component | Cat. TM37250 (100 preps) | Cat. TM37210 (100 preps) |
|---|---|---|
| MDx TaqMan 2X PCR Master Mix | 2 x 700 μL | – |
| JCV Primer & Probe Mix | 280 μL | 280 μL |
| JCV Positive Control | 150 μL | 150 μL |
| Nuclease-Free Water (Negative Control) | 1.25 mL | 1.25 mL |
| Product Insert | 1 | 1 |