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PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent, Novus Biologicals

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303-0030

Product Summary for PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent

PiColorLock phosphate detection reagent changes colour in the presence of inorganic phosphate (Pi). This can be exploited to measure any enzyme that generates Pi including ATPases, GTPases, phosphatases, heat-shock proteins and DNA unwinding proteins.

The unique formulation of PiColorLock affords enhanced assay linearity, dynamic range and colour stability; it is also possible with PiColorLock to work with unstable substrates (e.g. ATP, GTP) that give high non-enzymatic background signals with other acidic dye-based detection reagents.

FeaturesBenefits
Colorimetric assaySimple, scalable and non-radioactive
Compatible with almost any assay bufferFlexibility over a wide range of existing assays
Stable reagent formulationLong shelf life
Unique accelerator and stabilizerSpeeds up color development
PiColorLock-Pi complex is very stableNo precipitation, results can be measured over several hours - ideal for HTS
Wide linear rangeNo inhibition of color development by high concentrations of protein

Scientific Data Images for PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent

PiColorlock Gold Colorimetric Assay Kit [303-0030] - Universal assay for inorganic phosphate. Phosphorylated substrate (X-P) is acted on by an enzyme releasing X and inorganic phosphate. The reaction is halted by the addition of an acidified dye reagent (orange), which turns green or yellow in the presence or absence of inorganic phosphate.
PiColorlock Gold Colorimetric Assay Kit [303-0030] - Most detection reagents form very unstable dye complexes and samples need to be read promptly. In cuvette assays there can be a total loss of signal if a precipitate forms and settles. In plate assays, the data become extremely erratic when clumps of material form in the light path. PiColorlock complexes are stable for many hours, which allows multiple assay plates or cuvettes to be conveniently set up as a batch and read later using plate stackers or other automated equipment.
PiColorlock Gold Colorimetric Assay Kit [303-0030] - For the purposes of comparison, data for PiColorlock ALS reagent (no longer available) is also shown, as it provides similar absorbance values to competitor products, at least at low levels of inorganic phosphate. Competitors' products are linear over a much narrower range of concentrations. PiColorlock ALS reagent has now been superseded by PiColorlock Gold, which gives higher OD values.

Formulation, Preparation, and Storage

Concentration

Please see the protocols for proper use of this product. If no protocol is available, contact technical services for assistance.

Shipping

The product is shipped with polar packs. Upon receipt, store it immediately at the temperature recommended below.

Storage

Store at 4C.

Background: PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent

Phosphate Detection Reagent for Measuring Phosphatases, ATPases and Nucleotidases. Superior Colorimetric System. Unparalleled stability of Pi-dye complexes. Special additive ensures low backgrounds with acid-labile substrates. Reagent is compatible with almost any assay buffer. No inhibition of color development by high concentrations of protein. Stable reagent formulation long shelf life.

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Product Documents for PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent

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Product Specific Notices for PiColorLock (TM) Phosphate Detection Reagent

This product is manufactured by Abcam and distributed by Novus Biologicals.

This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. This product is guaranteed for 1 year from date of receipt and this statement overrides any mentioned guarantee period on the limitations section of this products datasheet. Please contact technical@novusbio.com with questions.

This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. Support products are guaranteed for 6 months from date of receipt.

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