Lactose Assay Kits

Lactose assay kits are versatile laboratory tools to determine the abundance or concentration of lactose in biological samples. Lactose, a disaccharide commonly found in dairy products, is metabolized by the enzyme lactase into its constituent monosaccharides. Lactose assays generally use enzyme-coupled reactions involving beta-galactosidase and the production of byproducts such as NADH, NADPH, hydrogen peroxide, or galactose. These byproducts will subsequently react with dyes or probes to facilitate colorimetric or fluorescent detection proportional to the concentration of lactose in the sample. Lactose assays are used in a variety of applications, including studying processes such as lactose intolerance, lactose metabolic disorders, microbial fermentation, and monitoring lactose content in food, dairy, lactose-free products, and environmental samples. 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.