The IL-17 family is comprised of at least six proinflammatory cytokines that share a conserved cysteine-knot structure but diverge at the N-terminus. IL-17 family members are glycoproteins secreted as dimers that induce local cytokine production and recruit granulocytes to sites of inflammation. IL-17 is induced by IL-15 and IL-23,mainly in activated CD4+ T cells distinct from Th1 or Th2 cells. IL-17F is the most homologous to IL-17,but is induced only by IL-23 in activated monocytes. IL-17B binds the IL-17B receptor,but not the IL-17 receptor; it is most homologous with IL-17D,which is expressed by resting CD4+ T cells and CD19+ B cells. IL-17E is mainly produced by Th2 cells and recruits eosinophils to lung tissue. IL-17C has a very restricted expression pattern but has been detected in adult prostate and fetal kidney libraries.Sample Type:Cell culture supernatants,serum,plasma,and tissueIntended Use:The Mouse IL-17 BioAssay ELISA Kit is an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for the quantitative detection of Mouse IL-17 concentrations in cell culture supernatants,serum,plasma,and tissue.Sensitivity:7pg/mlRange:15.625-1000pg/mlSpecificity:Recognizes mouse IL-17.Sample Volume:100ul/wellTest Principle:This assay employs the Sandwich immunoassay technique. An anti-m IL-17 monoclonal coating antibody is adsorbed onto microwells. IL-17 present in the sample or standard binds to antibodies adsorbed to the microwells. Following incubation unbound sample or standard are removed during a wash step. a Biotinylated anti-m IL-17 antibody is added and binds to IL-17 captured by the first antibody. Following incubation unbound Biotinylated anti-m IL-17 antibody is removed during a wash step. A Streptavidin-HRP is added and binds to Biotinylated anti-m IL-17 antibody. Following incubation unbound Streptavidin-HRP is removed during a wash step. A colored product is formed in proportion to the amount of IL-17 present in the sample. The reaction is terminated by addition of acid and absorbance is measured at 450nm. A standard curve is prepared from seven IL-17 standard dilutions and IL-17 sample concentration determined.Kit Components:Aluminium pouches with a Microwell Plate: 8x6Standard: 1xVialBiotinylated antibody: 1xVialStreptavidin-HRP: 1xVialAssay Buffer (25ml/Vial): 1xVialWash Buffer Concentrate 20x (30ml/Vial): 1xVialTMB Substrate Solution: 1x6mlStop Solution (12ml/Vial): 1xVialPlate Covers- Adhesive strips: 2xstripsInstruction: 1xStorage and Stability:Store powder at 4°C liquid at -20°C. Store other components at 4°C. Stable for at least 6 months For maximum recovery of product,centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.