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IL-31 ELISpot kits
We make ELISpot kits for IL-31 in human. This page explains how they differ, so you can pick the one your experiment needs.
What differs between these kits
Whether a pre-coated plate is included
Some of our kits arrive with the plate already coated with the capture antibody, so you can start with your samples. Others supply the antibodies and standard only. Coating your own plate is more work, and it gives you control over the coating conditions and the plate.
Which detection system
Available with Streptavidin-ALP or Streptavidin-HRP. You add the streptavidin conjugate as a second incubation after the biotinylated antibody, which amplifies the signal. Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) and horseradish peroxidase (HRP) perform equivalently, so that choice usually comes down to the substrate and reader you already work with.
About IL-31
Interleukin 31 (IL-31) is a cytokine belonging to the IL-6 family. It is mainly secreted by activated T cells, especially in Th2 helper cells, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells. IL-31 mainly acts in the skin, lung, intestine, and nervous system, facilitating cell-mediated immunity against pathogens. The receptor for IL-31 is found on e.g. keratinocytes and endothelial cells and can be upregulated on activated monocytes. However, IL-31 is considered a Th2-type cytokine with different functions than other Th2-type cytokines. In transgenic mice overexpressing IL-31, the cytokine induces pruritus and dermatitis resembling human atopic dermatitis (AD). In humans, IL-31 has been associated with AD, atopic and contact allergies, airway hypersensitivity, and inflammatory bowel disease.
| Also known as | Interleukin-31, IL-31, IL31 |
| Produced by | T cell, Tc, Th1, NK cell |
| Species | Human |
| Gene ID | Homo sapiens: 386653 |
Find the right IL-31 kit
Choose what your experiment needs. When your choices match a single kit, we'll link you to its product page for prices and ordering.
Pre-coated plate included
Or coat your own
Kit detection system
Which enzyme conjugate we supply
Next, choose whether you want a pre-coated plate.
Frequently bought together
What customers usually order alongside these kits, whichever species they work in.
Related reading
Guides and tutorials covering IL-31 and the ELISpot method.
