Homocysteine Assay Kits

Homocysteine assay kits are versatile laboratory tools to determine the abundance or concentration of homocysteine in biological samples. Homocysteine is a non-protein amino acid that is an intermediate in the metabolism of methionine and cysteine. Homocysteine assays typically utilize reducing agents such as DTT to break the disulfide bonds and convert all forms of homocysteine to its free form. Free homocysteines are then derivatized with substrates such as DTNB, producing an end product that can be quantified via colorimetric detection, ELISA, or HPLC. Homocysteine assays to study the role of homocysteine in conditions such as cardiovascular disease, ischemia, neurodegeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and polycystic ovary syndrome. When choosing an assay kit, consider important specifications such as the assay detection range, recommended sample types, and the components included within the kit. Visit the supplier page for more details.