This Human Perforin-1 (PRF1/PFP) ELISA Kit employs a two-site sandwich ELISA to quantitate PRF1.

• Additional information:Perforin is a cytolytic protein found in the granules of CD8 T-cells and NK cells. Perforin is a cytolytic protein found in the granules of Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) and NK cells. Upon degranulation, perforin inserts itself into the target cell's plasma membrane, forming a pore. The lytic membrane-inserting part of perforin is the MACPF domain. This region shares homology with cholesterol-dependent cytolysins from Gram-positive bacteria. Perforin has structural and functional similarities to complement component 9 (C9). Like C9, this protein creates transmembrane tubules and is capable of lysing non-specifically a variety of target cells. This protein is one of the main cytolytic proteins of cytolytic granules, and it is known to be a key effector molecule for T-cell- and natural killer-cell-mediated cytolysis.
• Storage and shipping:Storage: The unopened kit should be stored at 2 - 8°C. After opening, please store refer to protocols.Shipping:Gel pack with blue ice.
• Notes:This kit is intended for research use only. It should not be used for human or animal clinical diagnostics or treatment.