Acetate Assay Kit

Acetate is the ion of acetic acid and plays a major part in human metabolism. Acetate is generated through the metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids, fatty acids, and ethanol. It serves as a crucial precursor for multiple biochemical pathways, including the biosynthesis of acetylcholine, neurotransmitters, and the acetylation of proteins, which is vital for gene regulation and protein function. Acetate and the related metabolism of acetyl-CoA confers numerous metabolic functions, including energy production, lipid synthesis and protein acetylation.

The Acetate Colorimetric Assay Kit employs a coupled enzyme reaction to quantify acetate levels in various biological and food samples. This assay kit operates on a principle where acetate reacts with specific enzymes, resulting in a color change that can be measured spectrophotometrically at 450 nm. This colorimetric measurement is directly proportional to the acetate concentration in the sample, providing a straightforward and accurate method for acetate quantification.

Compatibility with High-Throughput Systems: Seamlessly integrate our kit into high-throughput handling systems, ensuring smooth operations and accurate results, enhancing efficiency in your laboratory workflow.

Convenient Data Analysis: Supportive calculator will calculate the reagents needed according to your experimental needs, and analyze your results based on your experimental data.

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