Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH,EC 1.1.1.27) is a stable enzyme and is present in all cell types. Cell damage leads to release of LDH enzyme into the media and its activity is widely used as a marker for cytotoxicity. It reversibly converts lactate into pyruvate,with the concomitant interconversion of NADH and NAD+.Intended Use:Measurement of released LDH in culture mediumEvaluation of cytotoxicity effect of test compoundsSensitivity:~100 cellsSample Type:Adherent or Suspension CellsTest Principle:The LDH-Cytotoxicity Fluorometric BioAssay Kit provides a sensitive,quick,and easy way for detection of LDH released from damaged cells. In this assay,LDH converts lactate to pyruvate and NADH,which reduces a proprietary probe to an intensely fluorescent product (Ex/Em = 535/587 nm). The amount of fluorescence is directly proportional to the number of damaged cells. The assay is adaptable to high-throughput format and can be completed in less than 20 min. Kit Components:LDH Assay Buffer,1x50mlLDH Substrate Mix,lyophilizedPicoProbe,1x2mlCell Lysis Solution,1x5mlLDH Positive Control,1x1vialStorage 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.