Annexin V-FITC Apoptosis Detection Kit, Catalog: COS-0106

Catalog COS-0106

Size 25 or 100 wells

Sample Type Cultured cells

Species All

Method of Detection Flow Cytometry or Fluorescence Microscopy

Assay Type Qualitative

Application To detect apoptosis by staining phosphatidylserine molecules which have translocated to the outside of the cell membrane.

Storage Conditions 4°C

Shipping Temperature Gel Pack

Shelf Life One year from the date of delivery

At a very early stage after the initiation of apoptosis, phosphatidylserine is translocated from the inner face of the plasma membrane to the external cell surface, where it is easily accessible for detection. Annexin V has a very high and specific affinity for phosphatidylserine. By tagging Annexin V with a bright fluorophore such as fluorescein, a very sensitive way to identify apoptosis is possible. AkrivisBio’s Annexin V Apoptosis Detection Kit is a simple, very quick means of detecting apoptosis. Detection can be performed by either flow cytometry or fluorescence microscopy.