Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha) is a cytokine that belongs to the tumor necrosis factor (TNF) superfamily. TNF-alpha is mainly secreted by macrophages. TNF-alpha is involved in the regulation of many processes such as cell proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis and has been implicated in a variety of diseases including cancer. TNF-alpha is expressed as a single-pass type II membrane protein. A soluble, secreted form is derived from the membrane form by proteolytic processing. The human TNF-alpha Kit is a sandwich ELISA. The capture antibody is a monoclonal human TNF-alpha antibody pre-coated onto the 96-well strip plates provided in the kit. Human test samples and standards of known TNF-alpha concentration are added to these wells and allowed to complex with the bound TNF-alpha antibody. A biotinylated human TNF-alpha polyclonal antibody is then added. This detection antibody binds to the antigen thus completing the sandwich. After washing, an enzyme Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase complex (ABC) is added which binds to the second antibody. The peroxidase substrate TMB is added to induce a coloured reaction product. The intensity of this coloured product is directly proportional to the concentration of TNF-alpha present in the samples. The purpose of this kit is the in-vitro quantitative determination of human TNF-alpha in samples such as culture supernatant, serum, plasma (Citrate), plasma (Heparin) and plasma (EDTA). This kit has been configured for research use only and is not to be used in diagnostic or clinical procedures.
Alternative NamesTNF-alpha; Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 2; TNF-a; Cachectin; TNF; TNFA; TNFSF2;
Application(s)ELISA
SpecificityHuman TNF-alpha
Species ReactivityHuman
Immunogen DescriptionThe standard used in this human TNF alpha kit was also used as the antigen for the antibodies. It is a recombinant human protein fragment expressed in e. coli and purified. The exact sequence maps to the soluble form of TNF alpha, amino acids 77-233.
Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha) is a cytokine that belongs to the tumor necrosis factor (TNF) superfamily. TNF-alpha is mainly secreted by macrophages. TNF-alpha is involved in the regulation of many processes such as cell proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis and has been implicated in a variety of diseases including cancer. TNF-alpha is expressed as a single-pass type II membrane protein. A soluble, secreted form is derived from the membrane form by proteolytic processing. The human TNF-alpha Kit is a sandwich ELISA. The capture antibody is a monoclonal human TNF-alpha antibody pre-coated onto the 96-well strip plates provided in the kit. Human test samples and standards of known TNF-alpha concentration are added to these wells and allowed to complex with the bound TNF-alpha antibody. A biotinylated human TNF-alpha polyclonal antibody is then added. This detection antibody binds to the antigen thus completing the sandwich. After washing, an enzyme Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase complex (ABC) is added which binds to the second antibody. The peroxidase substrate TMB is added to induce a coloured reaction product. The intensity of this coloured product is directly proportional to the concentration of TNF-alpha present in the samples. The purpose of this kit is the in-vitro quantitative determination of human TNF-alpha in samples such as culture supernatant, serum, plasma (Citrate), plasma (Heparin) and plasma (EDTA). This kit has been configured for research use only and is not to be used in diagnostic or clinical procedures.
Application(s)ELISA
Application DetailsELISA. For the quantification of Tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha) in Culture Supernatant, Serum, Plasma (Heparin), Plasma (EDTA), Plasma (Citrate). Please download the detailed product insert for complete instructions for the successful use of this ELISA. Use only as directed.
TargetTumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha)
SpecificityHuman TNF-alpha
Target Cross-Reactivity (ELISA)There is no detectable cross-reactivity with other relevant proteins.
Target Host SpeciesHuman
Species ReactivityHuman
Immunogen DescriptionThe standard used in this human TNF alpha kit was also used as the antigen for the antibodies. It is a recombinant human protein fragment expressed in e. coli and purified. The exact sequence maps to the soluble form of TNF alpha, amino acids 77-233.
Kit ComponentsThe ELISA kit box contains 96-well pre-coated strip plate(s), protein standards, detection reagents, substrate buffer and detailed protocols.
Storage InstructionsStore at 2-8°C
Storage Temperature2-8°C
Batch NumberPlease see item label.
Expiration DateThis kit may be stored for up to 6 months at 2°C to 8°C from the date of shipment. Standards should be stored at -20°C or -80°C (recommended at –80°C) after reconstitution. Coated strips or reagents may be store for up to 1 month at 2°C to 8°C.
Alternative NamesTNF-alpha; Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 2; TNF-a; Cachectin; TNF; TNFA; TNFSF2;
Specific ReferencesYu HC et al. (2021) Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Suppressed Proinflammatory Cytokines Secretion and Enhanced MicroRNA (miR)-3168 Expression in Macrophages. Int J Mol Sci. 23(1):570Application: Human, cell culture supernatant.