Storage of components varies. See protocol for specific instructions.
Kit Components
Components
Micro ELISA Plate, dismountable (8 wells x 12 strips); Reference Standard (2 vials); Concentrated (100X) Biotinylated Detection Ab (120 uL); Concentrated (100X) HRP Conjugate (120 uL); Reference Standard & Sample Diluent (20 mL); Biotinylated Detection Ab
Alternate Names for Human GLP1 ELISA Kit (Colorimetric)
glicentin-related polypeptide
GLP1
GLP-1
glucagon-like peptide 1
GRPP
Background
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is an incretin hormone secreted from enteroendocrine L cells in response to ingested nutrients. The closely related peptides glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) and glucagon have opposing effects on blood glucose. GLP-1 induces glucose-dependent insulin secretion in the pancreas, while glucagon stimulates gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis in the liver. Glucagon is processed from a large precursor, proglucagon, in a tissue-specific manner in pancreatic alpha-cells. The identification of a hybrid peptide acting as both a GLP-1 agonist and a glucagon antagonist would provide a novel approach for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Limitations
This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. ELISA Kits are guaranteed for 6 months from date of receipt.