Abstract
Quantifying cytokines on the protein level can be problematic because of low concentrations or degradation during sample handling. Aiming towards finding a simple method by which to quantify cytokines on the mRNA level, we combined existing and established molecular biology techniques. Based on the principle of quantitative competitive RT-PCR with a DNA-competitor, IL-1beta, IL-6, IL-12alpha and the housekeeping enzyme GAPDH are measured at levels down to 200 copies of mRNA.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Scandinavian Journal of Clinical & Laboratory Investigation |
Vol/bind | 62 |
Udgave nummer | 6 |
Sider (fra-til) | 405-12 |
Antal sider | 8 |
ISSN | 0036-5513 |
Status | Udgivet - 2002 |