Chemokine (C-C motif) ligand 18 (CCL18) is a small cytokine belonging to the CC chemokine family that was previously called PARC (pulmonary and activation-regulated chemokine). CCL18 is approximately 60% identical in amino acid sequence to CCL3. By analysis of a previously mapped CCL18 from 17q11.2, it is determined that the PARC gene is located within 1 of the 2 clusters of CC chemokine genes in this region. It is expressed at high levels in lung and at lower levels in certain lymphoid tissues, such as the lymph nodes, and is chemotactic for activated T cells and nonactivated lymphocytes. Beside, CCL18 recruits Th2 cells and basophils and may play a predominant role in allergic asthma.
Intended Use:For quantitative detection of human CCL18 in cell culture supernates and serum.
Range:7.8-500pg/ml
Sensitivity:< 10pg/ml
Specificity:Natural and recombinant human CCL18
Crossreactivity:No detectable crossreactivity with other relevant proteins
Storage and Stability:Store *143747B powder at 4°C. Once reconstituted store at 4°C for up to 12 hours or at -20°C for up to 48 hours. Store other components at 4°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
Assay Summary:1. Add 100ul of samples and standards and incubate the plate at 37°C for 90 min. Do not wash
2. Add 100ul biotinylated antibody and incubate the plate at 37°C for 60 min. Wash plate 3 times with 0.01M TBS or PBS
3. Add ABC working solution and incubate the plate at 37°C for 30min. Wash plate 5 times with 0.01M TBS or PBS
4. Add TMB color developing agent and incubate the plate at 37°C in dark for 20-25 min
