MAK079

Creatine Assay Kit

sufficient for 100 colorimetric or fluorometric tests

• UNSPSC Code: 12161503
• NACRES: NA.84

Properties

• usage: sufficient for 100 colorimetric or fluorometric tests
• application(s): cosmetics; food and beverages
• detection method: colorimetric; fluorometric
• relevant disease(s): neurological disorders; genitourinary disorders
• storage temp.: −20°C

Description

General description

Creatine is a nitrogenous compound that acts as a high-energy reservoir for the rapid regeneration of ATP. Approximately 95% of creatine is found in skeletal muscle, primarily as phosphocreatine. Creatine can be acquired through dietary consumption or formed from L-arginine, glycine, and L-methionine in a multi-step reaction that occurs in the kidneys and liver. Creatine is then transported to muscle tissue. Creatine supplementation is used for the enhancement of sports performance, primarily by increasing muscle mass. Creatine is also being investigated as a treatment of neuromuscular diseases, where it may aid in neuroprotection and by improving the cellular bioenergetic state.

Application

Creatine Assay Kit has been used to analyze the creatine content in samples.

Suitability

Suitable for the measurement of creatine in biological fluids including serum, urine, CSF etc.

Principle

In this assay, Creatine concentration is determined by a coupled enzyme reaction, which results in a colorimetric (570 nm)/fluorometric (λex = 535em/λ = 587 nm) product, proportional to the creatine present.

Safety Information

• Hazard Statements: H412
• Precautionary Statements: P273 - P501
• Hazard Classifications: Aquatic Chronic 3
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 3