Abcam
Cell Counting Kit 8 (WST-8 / CCK8)
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This kit is marketed as a way to measure cell viability. This is true, but it can do so much more. The assay works by measuring active mitochondria (more mitochondria, the more the dye is reduced). So, if you have reason to believe your experimental condition can impact mitochondrial function, this will be impacted by that.
Cell Viability
Live Cells
Be sure to properly optimize.
I used this kit to determine if my treatment increased the overall metabolic activity of my cells. I have also used it to measure general cell viability.
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Works very well.
The reliance on mitochondrial activity can be an issue.
I recommend but understand the limitations.