Human ERK1/MAPK3 ELISA Kit (HUFI02426)

Product Name:	Human ERK1/MAPK3 ELISA Kit
Product Code:	HUFI02426
Size:	96 Assays
Alias:	ERK1, MAPK3, P44ERK1, p44mapk, PRKM3, ERK-1, ERK1p44-MAPK, ERT2, Extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1, extracellular signal-related kinase 1, HS44KDAP, HUMKER1A, Insulin-stimulated MAP2 kinase, MAP kinase 1, MAP kinase 3, MAP kinase isoform p44, MAPK 1, MAPK 3, MGC20180, Microtubule-associated protein 2 kinase, Mitogen-activated protein kinase 1, mitogen-activated protein kinase 3, p44erk1, P44ERK1, p44-ERK1, p44mapk, P44MAPKERK1, P44MAPK, p44mapk
Detection method:	Sandwich ELISA, Double Antibody
Application:	This immunoassay kit allows for the in vitro quantitative determination of Human ERK111 concentrations in serum plasma and other biological fluids.
Sensitivity:	0.188ng/ml
Range:	0.313-20ng/ml
Storage:	4°C for 6 months
Note:	For Research Use Only

Recovery:

Matrices listed below were spiked with certain level of Human ERK111 and the recovery rates were calculated by comparing the measured value to the expected amount of Human ERK111 in samples.

Matrix	Recovery range(%)	Average(%)
serum(n=5)	86-105	96
EDTA plasma(n=5)	91-104	100
UFH plasma(n=5)	88-105	94

Linearity:

The linearity of the kit was assayed by testing samples spiked with appropriate concentration of Human ERK111 and their serial dilutions. The results were demonstrated by the percentage of calculated concentration to the expected.

Sample	1:2	1:4	1:8
serum(n=5)	85-102%	90-102%	88-102%
EDTA plasma(n=5)	85-99%	82-97%	83-101%
UFH plasma(n=5)	86-97%	83-100%	83-100%

CV(%):

Intra-Assay: CV<8%
Inter-Assay: CV<10%

Component	Quantity	Storage
ELISA Microplate (Dismountable)	8×12 strips	4°C for 6 months
Lyophilized Standard	2	4°C/-20°C
Sample/Standard Dilution Buffer	20ml	4°C
Biotin-labeled Antibody(Concentrated)	120ul	4°C (Protect from light)
Antibody Dilution Buffer	10ml	4°C
HRP-Streptavidin Conjugate(SABC)	120ul	4°C (Protect from light)
SABC Dilution Buffer	10ml	4°C
TMB Substrate	10ml	4°C (Protect from light)
Stop Solution	10ml	4°C
Wash Buffer(25X)	30ml	4°C
Plate Sealer	5	-

Other materials and equipment required:

Microplate reader with 450 nm wavelength filter
Multichannel Pipette, Pipette, microcentrifuge tubes and disposable pipette tips
Incubator
Deionized or distilled water
Absorbent paper
Buffer resevoir

Uniprot

P27361

UniProt Protein Function:	ERK1: a serine/threonine kinase of the GMGC group that plays a critical role in the regulation of cell growth and differentiation. ERK1 (MAPK3) and ERK2 (MAPK1) play central roles in MAPK cascades and are activated by a wide variety of extracellular signals including growth and neurotrophic factors, cytokines, hormones and neurotransmitters. Depending on the cellular context, MAPK cascades mediate diverse biological functions such as cell growth, adhesion, survival and differentiation through the regulation of transcription, translation, cytoskeletal rearrangements. MAPK cascades also plays a role in initiation and regulation of meiosis, mitosis, and postmitotic functions in differentiated cells by phosphorylating a number of transcription factors. Activation of MAP kinases occurs through phosphorylation of threonine and tyrosine residues at the sequence TEY by upstream MAP kinase kinases, MEK1 and -2. Phosphorylation of both the threonine and tyrosine are required for activity. This phosphorylation causes dramatic conformational changes, which enable full activation and interaction of MAPK1/ERK2 with its substrates.
UniProt Protein Details:	Protein type:EC 2.7.11.24; Protein kinase, CMGC; Protein kinase, Ser/Thr (non-receptor); Kinase, protein; CMGC group; MAPK family; ERK subfamily; MAPK/ERK subfamily Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 16p11.2 Cellular Component: microtubule cytoskeleton; nucleoplasm; Golgi apparatus; focal adhesion; cytoskeleton; mitochondrion; late endosome; early endosome; nuclear envelope; caveola; pseudopodium; nucleus; cytosol Molecular Function:MAP kinase activity; protein binding; phosphotyrosine binding; ATP binding; phosphatase binding Biological Process: axon guidance; DNA damage induced protein phosphorylation; activation of MAPKK activity; nerve growth factor receptor signaling pathway; positive regulation of histone phosphorylation; viral reproduction; apoptosis; activation of MAPK activity; stress-activated MAPK cascade; toll-like receptor 3 signaling pathway; sensory perception of pain; protein amino acid phosphorylation; toll-like receptor 10 signaling pathway; BMP signaling pathway; toll-like receptor 5 signaling pathway; response to exogenous dsRNA; regulation of transcription factor activity; small GTPase mediated signal transduction; lipopolysaccharide-mediated signaling pathway; toll-like receptor 4 signaling pathway; epidermal growth factor receptor signaling pathway; platelet activation; fibroblast growth factor receptor signaling pathway; cytokine and chemokine mediated signaling pathway; MyD88-independent toll-like receptor signaling pathway; MAPKKK cascade; transcription from RNA polymerase I promoter; cell cycle; toll-like receptor 2 signaling pathway; MyD88-dependent toll-like receptor signaling pathway; regulation of stress-activated MAPK cascade; organ morphogenesis; cartilage development; Ras protein signal transduction; toll-like receptor signaling pathway; insulin receptor signaling pathway; innate immune response; gene expression; positive regulation of histone acetylation; positive regulation of transcription from RNA polymerase II promoter; positive regulation of protein amino acid phosphorylation; toll-like receptor 9 signaling pathway; transcription initiation from RNA polymerase I promoter; vascular endothelial growth factor receptor signaling pathway; blood coagulation; phosphorylation; regulation of cytoskeleton organization and biogenesis
NCBI Summary:	The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the MAP kinase family. MAP kinases, also known as extracellular signal-regulated kinases (ERKs), act in a signaling cascade that regulates various cellular processes such as proliferation, differentiation, and cell cycle progression in response to a variety of extracellular signals. This kinase is activated by upstream kinases, resulting in its translocation to the nucleus where it phosphorylates nuclear targets. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different protein isoforms have been described. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]
UniProt Code:	P27361
NCBI GenInfo Identifier:	232066
NCBI Gene ID:	5595
NCBI Accession:	P27361.4
UniProt Secondary Accession:	P27361,Q8NHX1, A8CZ58, B0LPG3,
UniProt Related Accession:	P27361
Molecular Weight:	379
NCBI Full Name:	Mitogen-activated protein kinase 3
NCBI Synonym Full Names:	mitogen-activated protein kinase 3
NCBI Official Symbol:	MAPK3
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols:	ERK1; ERT2; ERK-1; PRKM3; P44ERK1; P44MAPK; HS44KDAP; HUMKER1A; p44-ERK1; p44-MAPK
NCBI Protein Information:	mitogen-activated protein kinase 3; MAPK 1; MAP kinase isoform p44; insulin-stimulated MAP2 kinase; extracellular signal-related kinase 1; extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1; microtubule-associated protein 2 kinase
UniProt Protein Name:	Mitogen-activated protein kinase 3
UniProt Synonym Protein Names:	ERT2; Extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1; ERK-1; Insulin-stimulated MAP2 kinase; MAP kinase isoform p44; p44-MAPK; Microtubule-associated protein 2 kinase; p44-ERK1
UniProt Gene Name:	MAPK3
UniProt Entry Name:	MK03_HUMAN

*Note: Protocols are specific to each batch/lot. For the correct instructions please follow the protocol included in your kit.

Before adding to wells, equilibrate the SABC working solution and TMB substrate for at least 30 min at 37°C. When diluting samples and reagents, they must be mixed completely and evenly. It is recommended to plot a standard curve for each test.

Step	Protocol
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 Âµl 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 Âµl 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 clot overnight at 2-8°C. Centrifuge for 10 minutes at 1,000x g. Remove serum 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 anticoagulant. 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 & homogenize in 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.