Catalase Activity Assay, Catalog: MA-0143

Catalog MA-0143

Size 100 wells

Sample Type Serum, Plasma, Cell Extracts, Tissue Lysate, Urine

Species All

Method of Detection Colorimetric, OD 570 nm

Assay Type Quantitative

Application A plate based colorimetric assay to measure catalase activity in a wide range of biological samples. 

Sensitivity 0.1 nmoles/well

Storage Conditions 4°C

Shipping Temperature Gel Pack

Hydrogen peroxide is a common metabolic byproduct of many cellular processes. A potent oxidant, it’s toxic due to its ability to damage cell structures, proteins and DNA. Catalase evolved to remove hydrogen peroxide and is one of the most efficient enzymes with turnover numbers approaching 3x106 s -1. It acts in maintaining a level of ROS in cells necessary for normal physiological functions without allowing harm from excessive amounts. AkrivisBio’s Catalase Activity Assay is a simple, sensitive way to measure catalase activity in a range of biological samples. In the assay, any hydrogen peroxide not consumed by catalase is utilized by peroxidase to convert ADHP to resorufin with strong absorbance and fluorescence.