Sample
blood, serum, synovial fluid, cell lysate, tissue lysate
Intended Use
The S1P-ELISA is an enzyme-linked immunoassay designed for the in vitro measurement of S1P levels in human or animal biological fluids (blood, serum, synovial fluid, cell lysate, and tissue lysate).
Storage
Upon receipt, Part 1 of the S1P-ELISA kit must be stored at -20°C and Part 2 (TMB Substrate) must be stored at 4°C. Under proper storage conditions, the kit components are stable for at least 6 months from date of receipt. Opened and reconstituted solutions are less stable. All components and solutions should be protected from excessive light and heat.
General Description
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate (S1P) is a crucial bioactive lipid mediator and key component of the sphingolipid signaling cascade. S1P, produced by the enzymes, Sphingosine Kinase 1 and 2 (SphK1, SphK2), initiates a proliferative1, pro-angiogenic2, and anti-apoptotic3 sequence of events that contributes to the progression of cancer, diabetes, and osteoporosis. SphK1 has been shown to be up-regulated in a variety of cancers and recent research suggests that S1P itself, is a potent tumorigenic growth factor that may be a novel biomarker for early stage cancer detection4,5. S1P levels are tightly regulated by enzymes S1P Lyase (SPL), involved in its degradation, and two S1P-specific phosphatases and three lipid phosphatases that are involved in its synthesis. Additionally, S1P levels and its actions are controlled through a family of cell surface G protein receptors (S1PR1-5). These receptors have been implicated in a variety of developmental and disease related processes; such as immune6 and vascular regulation7. S1P is also known for its direct role as a second messenger during inflammation7 and the SPhK/S1P/S1P-receptor signaling family has been implicated in a variety of pathophysiological conditions and diseases such as atherosclerosis, cancer, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, sepsis, and so forth. Interference of these routes has the potential for the treatment of cancer, chronic inflammatory disorders and autoimmune diseases.
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