MAK004
Glutamate Assay Kit
sufficient for 100 colorimetric tests
Synonym(s):
L-Glutamate Assay Kit
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UNSPSC Code:
12161503
NACRES:
NA.84
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usage
sufficient for 100 colorimetric tests
application(s)
cosmetics
food and beverages
detection method
colorimetric
relevant disease(s)
neurological disorders; cancer
storage temp.
−20°C
General description
Glutamate, one of the two acidic proteinogenic amino acids, is also a key molecule in cellular metabolism. The synthesis of α-KG from glutamate by glutamate dehydrogenase is a key TCA cycle anaplerotic reaction. In humans, glutamate plays an important role both in amino acid degradation and disposal of excess or waste nitrogen. Within the mammalian nervous system, glutamate is the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter. It is believed to be involved in learning and memory and may also be involved in diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, autism, some forms of mental retardation, and Alzheimer′s disease. Glutamate is present in a wide variety of foods, and has been used as a flavor enhancer in food industry.
Application
Glutamate Assay Kit has been used to determine the concentration of glutamate in cerebrospinal fluid in a rat subarachnoid hemorrhage model. It has also been used to determine cytosolic and secreted glutamate concentrations in cerebrospinal fluid of patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Suitability
Suitable to determine glutamate concentration in a variety of samples.
Principle
Glutamate concentration is determined by an enzymatic assay, which results in a colorimetric (450 nm) product, proportional to the glutamate present.
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Hazard Statements
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Hazard Classifications
Eye Dam. 1 - Resp. Sens. 1 - Skin Corr. 1B
Storage Class Code
8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
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