CAT. NO.: SMT004
| General Info | |
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| Size | 100 tests |
| Product Overview | Telomeres are repetitive nucleotide sequences found at the ends of chromosomes, and their primary function is to protect chromosomes from degradation and the loss of genetic information during cell division. Telomerase is a specialized enzyme containing RNA that plays a crucial role in synthesizing the telomere repeat sequence, which is located at the 3' end of telomeres. In normal diploid cells, telomerase activity is typically absent, leading to the gradual shortening of telomeres with each cell division. This shortening of telomeres is associated with cellular aging and eventual cell death. However, in certain cell types, such as embryonic stem cells and many cancer cells, telomerase is activated. This activation allows these cells to maintain telomere length and achieve a form of cellular immortality, as they can continue to divide without experiencing the usual telomere-related limitations. Quantitatively measuring telomerase activity is a crucial aspect of cell biology, as it has implications for various processes, including stem cell biology and the development of cancer. It helps researchers understand the mechanisms behind cellular immortality and can provide insights into oncogenesis and stemness. |
| Storage Conditions | Store the telomerase-positive cell lysate at -80°C, store the GoldNStart TaqGreen qPCR master mix in the dark at -20°C in a manual defrost freezer, store the buffers and the telomere primer set at -20°C in a manual defrost freezer, and store the nucleasefree H2O at 4°C. |
| Shipping Conditions | Dry Ice |
| Product Details | |
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| Assay Type | qPCR |
| Samples | Cell |
| Components | 2×GoldNStart TaqGreen qPCR master mix Cell lysis buffer 5×Telomerase reaction buffer Telomere primer set (TPS), lyophilized Nuclease-free H2O Telomerase-positive cell lysate |
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