Typical Testing Data/Standard Curve (for reference only)
Glucagon Assay Kit | GCG assay kit
Glucagon (human / mouse / rat) EIA Kit
Cell culture media etc.
Shelf Life: 6 months
Typical Testing Data/Standard Curve (for reference only)
Typical Testing Data/Standard Curve (for reference only)
Background: MyBioSource's Glucagon Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) Kit is an in vitro quantitative assay for detecting Glucagon peptide based on the principle of Competitive Enzyme Immunoassay. The microplate in the kit is pre-coated with anti-rabbit secondary antibody. After a blocking step and incubation of the plate with anti- Glucagon antibody, both biotinylated Glucagon peptide and peptide standard or targeted peptide in samples interacts competitively with the Glucagon antibody. Uncompeted (bound) biotinylated Glucagon peptide then interacts with Streptavidin-horseradish peroxidase (SAHRP), which catalyzes a color development reaction. The intensity of colorimetric signal is directly proportional to the amount of biotinylated peptide-SA-HRP complex and inversely proportional to the amount of Glucagon peptide in the standard or samples. This is due to the competitive binding to Glucagon antibody between biotinylated Glucagon peptide and peptides in standard or samples. A standard curve of known concentration of Glucagon peptide can be established and the concentration of Glucagon peptide in the samples can be calculated accordingly. The minimum detectable concentration of Glucagon is 0.97 pg/ml. The detection range for the kit is 1-1,000 pg/ml. The intra-Assay reproducibility is CV<10% & inter-Assay is CV<12%.
NCBI and Uniprot Product Information
NCBI Description
The protein encoded by this gene is actually a preproprotein that is cleaved into four distinct mature peptides. One of these, glucagon, is a pancreatic hormone that counteracts the glucose-lowering action of insulin by stimulating glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis. Glucagon is a ligand for a specific G-protein linked receptor whose signalling pathway controls cell proliferation. Two of the other peptides are secreted from gut endocrine cells and promote nutrient absorption through distinct mechanisms. Finally, the fourth peptide is similar to glicentin, an active enteroglucagon. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]
Uniprot Description
GCG: Glucagon plays a key role in glucose metabolism and homeostasis. Regulates blood glucose by increasing gluconeogenesis and decreasing glycolysis. A counterregulatory hormone of insulin, raises plasma glucose levels in response to insulin-induced hypoglycemia. Plays an important role in initiating and maintaining hyperglycemic conditions in diabetes. Glucagon release is stimulated by hypoglycemia and inhibited by hyperglycemia, insulin, and somatostatin. GLP-1 and GLP-2 are induced in response to nutrient ingestion. Glucagon is secreted in the A cells of the islets of Langerhans. GLP-1, GLP-2, oxyntomodulin and glicentin are secreted from enteroendocrine cells throughout the gastrointestinal tract. GLP1 and GLP2 are also secreted in selected neurons in the brain. Belongs to the glucagon family.
Protein type: Secreted; Hormone; Secreted, signal peptide
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 2q36-q37
Cellular Component: extracellular space; endoplasmic reticulum lumen; plasma membrane; extracellular region
Molecular Function: identical protein binding; protein binding; hormone activity; glucagon receptor binding; receptor binding
Biological Process: positive regulation of protein binding; positive regulation of histone H3-K4 methylation; signal transduction; positive regulation of peptidyl-serine phosphorylation; response to starvation; G-protein signaling, coupled to cAMP nucleotide second messenger; G-protein coupled receptor protein signaling pathway; cell proliferation; cellular protein metabolic process; positive regulation of protein kinase activity; positive regulation of cAMP biosynthetic process; energy reserve metabolic process; feeding behavior; regulation of insulin secretion; negative regulation of apoptosis
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Product Notes
The Human, Mouse, Rat GCG gcg (Catalog #AAA841834) is an Assay Kit and is intended for research purposes only. The product is available for immediate purchase. The AAA841834 Assay Kit recognizes Human, Mouse, Rat GCG. Quantitative protein detection, establishing normal range, validation of antibody array results. Researchers should empirically determine the suitability of the GCG gcg for an application not listed in the data sheet. Researchers commonly develop new applications and it is an integral, important part of the investigative research process. It is sometimes possible for the material contained within the vial of "Glucagon, Assay Kit" to become dispersed throughout the inside of the vial, particularly around the seal of said vial, during shipment and storage. We always suggest centrifuging these vials to consolidate all of the liquid away from the lid and to the bottom of the vial prior to opening. Please be advised that certain products may require dry ice for shipping and that, if this is the case, an additional dry ice fee may also be required.Precautions
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