BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate) reagents find extensive application across various domains in scientific research and clinical diagnostics. Primarily utilized in the field of metabolic studies, BHB reagents serve as vital tools for assessing ketosis levels in biological samples. In metabolic research, they enable the quantification of ketone bodies, particularly BHB, providing insights into energy metabolism during conditions […]
Glossary
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Lyophilized Enzymes
Lyophilized enzymes are biological catalysts that have undergone the process of lyophilization, also known as freeze-drying. This preservation technique involves freezing the enzyme solution and then removing water through sublimation under vacuum conditions, resulting in a dried form of the enzyme. Lyophilized enzymes retain their catalytic activity and specificity, making them valuable tools in various […]
Lyophilized Controls
Lyophilized controls are standardized materials utilized in laboratory settings for quality control and calibration purposes across various analytical methods. These controls undergo the lyophilization process, where water is removed from the material under vacuum conditions after freezing, resulting in a stable, dried form. Lyophilized controls are designed to mimic biological samples or matrices and contain […]
Lyophilized Calibrators
Lyophilized calibrators are standardized reference materials used in analytical chemistry and laboratory testing to calibrate and validate assay methods accurately. These calibrators are prepared using lyophilization, a process that involves freezing the material and removing water through sublimation under vacuum conditions. The resulting lyophilized calibrators are stable, homogeneous, and have a known concentration of analytes […]
Lyophilized Antigens
Lyophilized antigens refer to biological molecules, typically proteins or peptides, that have undergone the lyophilization process to remove water while preserving their antigenic properties. This preservation method involves freezing the antigenic material at ultra-low temperatures and subjecting it to vacuum conditions to remove water through sublimation. Lyophilized antigens retain their immunogenicity and ability to elicit […]
Proteomics
Proteomics is a multidisciplinary field within molecular biology that focuses on the comprehensive study of proteins present in biological systems. It encompasses the identification, characterization, and quantification of proteins, as well as the elucidation of their structures, functions, interactions, and post-translational modifications. Proteomics aims to provide insights into the complex networks and dynamics of proteins […]
Lyophilization and PCR
Lyophilization, commonly known as freeze-drying, is a method used to remove water from a substance while preserving its structure and biological activity. This process involves freezing the substance and then subjecting it to vacuum conditions, causing the frozen water to sublime directly from solid to vapor, bypassing the liquid phase. Lyophilization is based on principles […]
Lyophilization In Biotechnology
In Biotech, lyophilization is primarily utilized for preserving and stabilizing biological materials such as proteins, enzymes, vaccines, and antibodies. One of the key advantages of using lyophilization in biotechnology is the ability to remove water from the material under low temperature and pressure conditions, minimizing the risk of denaturation or degradation of sensitive biomolecules. Biotechnology […]
Lyophilization Applications
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GPO Diagnostics
GPO, or Glycerol-3-Phosphate Oxidase, diagnostics refer to assays or test systems that utilize the enzyme GPO to measure glycerol levels in biological samples. GPO is an enzyme involved in the metabolism of glycerol, catalyzing the oxidation of glycerol to dihydroxyacetone phosphate in the presence of oxygen. This enzymatic reaction produces hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), which can […]