Pregnenolone ELISA kits are assays designed to detect the endogenous steroid hormone pregnenolone. It acts as a precursor to the synthesis of many steroids, including androgens, glucocorticoids and oestrogens. It has neuroprotective properties and can enhance myelination. It aids in memory and learning and can bind with high affinity to microtubule associated protein 2 (MAP2) in the brain. Pregnenolone levels can be used to detect rare forms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia. Visit the supplier page for more information about detection range and reactivity.