Product Name:	Human Pdha1 (Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial) ELISA Kit
Product Code:	HUFI03436
Size:	96 Assays
Alias:	Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha ELISA Kit, somatic form ELISA Kit, mitochondrial ELISA Kit, PDHE1-A type I ELISA Kit, PDHA1 ELISA Kit, PHE1A ELISA Kit
Detection method:	Sandwich ELISA, Double Antibody
Application:	This immunoassay kit allows for the in vitro quantitative determination of Human Pdha1 (Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial) 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 Pdha1 (Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial) and the recovery rates were calculated by comparing the measured value to the expected amount of Human Pdha1 (Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial) in samples.

Matrix	Recovery range(%)	Average(%)
serum(n=5)	85-105	95
EDTA plasma(n=5)	93-101	98
heparin plasma(n=5)	94-105	100

Linearity:

The linearity of the kit was assayed by testing samples spiked with appropriate concentration of Human Pdha1 (Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial) 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)	85-97%	87-104%	91-105%
EDTA plasma(n=5)	83-99%	86-96%	86-100%
UFH plasma(n=5)	80-90%	88-100%	84-100%

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 Protein Function:	PDHA1: a mitochondrial matrix enzyme that catalyzes the oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate, producing acetyl-CoA and CO2. A key enzyme in controlling the balance between lipid and glucose oxidation depending on substrate availability. The pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) holoenzyme is a multi-enzyme complex (PDHC) that contains 20-30 copies of pyruvate decarboxylase tetramers (2 alpha:2 beta)(E1), 60 copies of dihydrolipoamide acetyltransferase (E2), six homodimers of dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase (E3), plus E3 binding proteins. The activity of PDH is tightly regulated by phosphorylation. The phosphorylation of at least one of three specific serine residues in E1 subunit by PDHK inactivates the PDHC, while dephosphorylation by PDP restores its activity. Sites 1, 2, and 3 of PDHA1 are S293, S300, and S232, respectively. Four PDHK isoenzymes have been described, each with different site specificity: all four phosphorylate sites 1 and 2 but at different rates; for site 1 PDHK2 >PDHK4 >PDHK1 >PDHK3; for site 2, PDHK3> PDHK4 > PDHK2 > PDHK1. Only PDHK1 phosphorylates site 3. PDHA1 deficiency is the most common enzyme defect in patients with primary lactic acidosis.
UniProt Protein Details:	Protein type:EC 1.2.4.1; Mitochondrial; Oxidoreductase; Carbohydrate Metabolism - butanoate; Amino Acid Metabolism - valine, leucine and isoleucine biosynthesis; Carbohydrate Metabolism - pyruvate; Carbohydrate Metabolism - citrate (TCA) cycle; Carbohydrate Metabolism - glycolysis and gluconeogenesis Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: Xp22.1 Cellular Component: mitochondrial matrix; mitochondrion; nucleus; pyruvate dehydrogenase complex Molecular Function:pyruvate dehydrogenase activity Biological Process: acetyl-CoA biosynthetic process from pyruvate; glyoxylate metabolic process; pyruvate metabolic process; regulation of acetyl-CoA biosynthetic process from pyruvate; tricarboxylic acid cycle Disease: Pyruvate Dehydrogenase E1-alpha Deficiency
NCBI Summary:	The pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) complex is a nuclear-encoded mitochondrial multienzyme complex that catalyzes the overall conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA and CO(2), and provides the primary link between glycolysis and the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle. The PDH complex is composed of multiple copies of three enzymatic components: pyruvate dehydrogenase (E1), dihydrolipoamide acetyltransferase (E2) and lipoamide dehydrogenase (E3). The E1 enzyme is a heterotetramer of two alpha and two beta subunits. This gene encodes the E1 alpha 1 subunit containing the E1 active site, and plays a key role in the function of the PDH complex. Mutations in this gene are associated with pyruvate dehydrogenase E1-alpha deficiency and X-linked Leigh syndrome. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Mar 2010]
UniProt Code:	P08559
NCBI GenInfo Identifier:	129063
NCBI Gene ID:	5160
NCBI Accession:	P08559.3
UniProt Secondary Accession:	P08559,Q53H41, Q5JPT8, Q9NP12, Q9UBJ8, Q9UBU0, Q9UNG4 Q9UNG5, A5YVE9, B2R5P7, B7Z3T7, B7Z3X5,
UniProt Related Accession:	P08559
Molecular Weight:	47,580 Da
NCBI Full Name:	Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial
NCBI Synonym Full Names:	pyruvate dehydrogenase (lipoamide) alpha 1
NCBI Official Symbol:	PDHA1
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols:	PDHA; PDHAD; PHE1A; PDHCE1A
NCBI Protein Information:	pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial
UniProt Protein Name:	Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component subunit alpha, somatic form, mitochondrial
UniProt Synonym Protein Names:	PDHE1-A type I
Protein Family:	Pyruvate dehydrogenase E1 component
UniProt Gene Name:	PDHA1
UniProt Entry Name:	ODPA_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 µL 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 µL 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.