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Rat Vesicular acetylcholine transporter / SLC18A3 ELISA Kit

SKU:
RTFI00516
Product Type:
ELISA Kit
Size:
96 Assays
Uniprot:
Q62666
Sensitivity:
0.375ng/ml
Range:
0.625-40ng/ml
ELISA Type:
Sandwich
Synonyms:
Slc18a3, SLC18A3, MGC12716, SLC18A3, solute carrier family 18, vesicular acetylcholine, member 3, Solute carrier family 18 member 3, solute carrier family 18, member 3, VAChT, VACHTvesicular acetylcholine transporter
Reactivity:
Rat
Research Area:
Neuroscience
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Rat Vesicular acetylcholine transporter/SLC18A3 ELISA Kit

The Rat Vesicular Acetylcholine Transporter (SLC18A3) ELISA Kit is a powerful tool for accurately measuring levels of the SLC18A3 protein in rat samples. This kit provides high sensitivity and specificity, allowing for precise and reliable results in serum, plasma, and cell culture supernatants.The SLC18A3 protein is essential for the transport of acetylcholine in vesicles, playing a critical role in neurotransmission and synaptic function. Dysregulation of SLC18A3 has been implicated in various neurological disorders, making it a valuable target for research in areas such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other neurodegenerative conditions.

By using the Rat Vesicular Acetylcholine Transporter (SLC18A3) ELISA Kit, researchers can gain valuable insights into the role of this protein in health and disease, paving the way for potential therapeutic interventions and advancements in the field of neuroscience.

Product Name:Rat Slc18a3 (Vesicular acetylcholine transporter) ELISA Kit
Product Code:RTFI00516
Size:96 Assays
Target:Rat Slc18a3
Alias:Slc18a3, SLC18A3, MGC12716, SLC18A3, solute carrier family 18, vesicular acetylcholine, member 3, Solute carrier family 18 member 3, solute carrier family 18, member 3, VAChT, VACHTvesicular acetylcholine transporter
Reactivity:Rat
Detection Method:Sandwich ELISA, Double Antibody
Sensitivity:0.375ng/ml
Range:0.625-40ng/ml
Storage:4°C for 6 months
Note:For Research Use Only
Recovery:Matrices listed below were spiked with certain level of Rat Slc18a3 and the recovery rates were calculated by comparing the measured value to the expected amount of Rat Slc18a3 in samples.
MatrixRecovery range(%)Average(%)
serum(n=5)86-10093
EDTA plasma(n=5)92-10395
UFH plasma(n=5)89-10596
Linearity:The linearity of the kit was assayed by testing samples spiked with appropriate concentration of Rat Slc18a3 and their serial dilutions. The results were demonstrated by the percentage of calculated concentration to the expected.
Sample1:21:41:8
serum(n=5)89-103%89-100%86-103%
EDTA plasma(n=5)83-92%87-100%87-99%
UFH plasma(n=5)83-93%92-99%83-96%
Intra-Assay:CV <8%
Inter-Assay:CV <10%
Uniprot:Q62666
UniProt Protein Function:SLC18A3: Involved in acetylcholine transport into synaptic vesicles. Belongs to the major facilitator superfamily. Vesicular transporter family.
UniProt Protein Details:

Protein type:Transporter; Membrane protein, multi-pass; Membrane protein, integral; Transporter, SLC family

Cellular Component: synaptic vesicle; neuron projection; AP-1 adaptor complex; axon; cytoplasm; integral to membrane; AP-2 adaptor complex; terminal button; nerve terminal; cytoplasmic vesicle

Molecular Function:acetylcholine transmembrane transporter activity; acetylcholine binding

Biological Process: neurotransmitter transport; cation transport

NCBI Summary:a vesicular acetylcholine transporter involved in concentrating acetylcholine into synaptic vesicles [RGD, Feb 2006]
UniProt Code:Q62666
NCBI GenInfo Identifier:13928918
NCBI Gene ID:60422
NCBI Accession:NP_113851.1
UniProt Secondary Accession:Q62666,Q64351,
UniProt Related Accession:Q62666
Molecular Weight:56,537 Da
NCBI Full Name:vesicular acetylcholine transporter
NCBI Synonym Full Names:solute carrier family 18 (vesicular acetylcholine transporter), member 3
NCBI Official Symbol:Slc18a3  
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols:rVAT; VACht  
NCBI Protein Information:vesicular acetylcholine transporter; solute carrier family 18, member 3; solute carrier family 18 (vesicular monoamine) member 3; solute carrier family 18 (vesicular acetylcholine), member 3
UniProt Protein Name:Vesicular acetylcholine transporter
UniProt Synonym Protein Names:Solute carrier family 18 member 3
UniProt Gene Name:Slc18a3  
UniProt Entry Name:VACHT_RAT
StepProcedure
1. Set standard, test sample and control (zero) wells on the pre-coated plate respectively, and then, record their positions. It is recommended to measure each standard and sample in duplicate. Wash plate 2 times before adding standard, sample and control (zero) wells!
2.Aliquot 0.1ml standard solutions into the standard wells.
3. Add 0.1 ml of Sample / Standard dilution buffer into the control (zero) well.
4. Add 0.1 ml of properly diluted sample ( Human serum, plasma, tissue homogenates and other biological fluids.) into test sample wells.
5.Seal the plate with a cover and incubate at 37°C for 90 min.
6. Remove the cover and discard the plate content, clap the plate on the absorbent filter papers or other absorbent material. Do NOT let the wells completely dry at any time. Wash plate X2.
7. Add 0.1 ml of Biotin- detection antibody working solution into the above wells (standard, test sample & zero wells). Add the solution at the bottom of each well without touching the side wall.
8.Seal the plate with a cover and incubate at 37°C for 60 min.
9. Remove the cover, and wash plate 3 times with Wash buffer. Let wash buffer rest in wells for 1 min between each wash.
10. Add 0.1 ml of SABC working solution into each well, cover the plate and incubate at 37°C for 30 min.
11. Remove the cover and wash plate 5 times with Wash buffer, and each time let the wash buffer stay in the wells for 1-2 min.
12. Add 90 µL of TMB substrate into each well, cover the plate and incubate at 37°C in dark within 10-20 min. (Note: This incubation time is for reference use only, the optimal time should be determined by end user.) And the shades of blue can be seen in the first 3-4 wells (with most concentrated standard solutions), the other wells show no obvious color.
13. Add 50 µL of Stop solution into each well and mix thoroughly. The color changes into yellow immediately.
14. Read the O.D. absorbance at 450 nm in a microplate reader immediately after adding the stop solution.

When carrying out an ELISA assay it is important to prepare your samples in order to achieve the best possible results. Below we have a list of procedures for the preparation of samples for different sample types.

Sample Type Protocol
Serum:

If using serum separator tubes, allow samples to clot for 30 minutes at room temperature. Centrifuge for 10 minutes at 1,000x g. Collect the serum fraction and assay promptly or aliquot and store the samples at -80°C. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.

If serum separator tubes are not being used, allow samples to clotovernight at 2-8°C. Centrifuge for 10 minutes at 1,000x g. Removeserum and assay promptly or aliquot and store the samples at-80°C. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.

Plasma: Collect plasma using EDTA or heparin as an anti-coagulant. Centrifuge samples at 4°C for 15 mins at 1000 × g within 30 mins of collection. Collect the plasma fraction and assay promptly or aliquot and store the samples at -80°C. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.Note: Over haemolysed samples are not suitable for use with this kit.
Urine & Cerebrospinal Fluid: Collect the urine (mid-stream) in a sterile container, centrifuge for 20 mins at 2000-3000 rpm. Remove supernatant and assay immediately. If any precipitation is detected, repeat the centrifugation step. A similar protocol can be used for cerebrospinal fluid.
Cell Culture Supernatant: Collect the cell culture media by pipette, followed by centrifugation at 4°C for 20 mins at 1500 rpm. Collect the clear supernatant and assay immediately.
Cell Lysates: Solubilize cells in lysis buffer and allow to sit on ice for 30 minutes. Centrifuge tubes at 14,000 x g for 5 minutes to remove insoluble material. Aliquot the supernatant into a new tube and discard the remaining whole cell extract. Quantify total protein concentration using a total protein assay. Assay immediately or aliquot and store at ≤ -20°C.
Tissue Homogenates: The preparation of tissue homogenates will vary depending upon tissue type. Rinse tissue with 1X PBS to remove excess blood & homogenizein 20ml of 1X PBS (including protease inhibitors) and store overnight at ≤ -20°C. Two freeze-thaw cycles are required to break the cell membranes. To further disrupt the cell membranes you can sonicate the samples. Centrifuge homogenates for 5 mins at 5000xg. Remove the supernatant and assay immediately or aliquot and store at -20°C or-80°C.
Tissue Lysates: Rinse tissue with PBS, cut into 1-2 mm pieces, and homogenize with a tissue homogenizer in PBS. Add an equal volume of RIPA buffer containing protease inhibitors and lyse tissues at room temperature for 30 minutes with gentle agitation. Centrifuge to remove debris. Quantify total protein concentration using a total protein assay. Assay immediately or aliquot and store at ≤ -20 °C.
Breast Milk: Collect milk samples and centrifuge at 10,000 x g for 60 min at 4°C. Aliquot the supernatant and assay. For long term use, store samples at -80°C. Minimize freeze/thaw cycles.

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