Cyclin-dependent kinase 7 (CDK7) assembled with Cyclin H and MAT1 comprises an important sub-component of the transcription factor TFIIH. It is known to have dual roles, which include transcription regulation via phosphorylating the C-terminal domain (CTD) of RNA polymerase II as well as controlling cell cycle progression as a CDK activating kinase (CAK). The CDK7 Assay Kit is designed to measure CDK7/Cyclin H/MAT1 activity for screening and profiling applications, using ADP-Glo® as a detection reagent.
The CDK7 Assay Kit comes in a convenient 96-well format, with enough purified recombinant CDK7/Cyclin H/MAT1 enzyme, CDK substrate peptide, ATP and kinase assay buffer for 100 enzyme reactions.
Materials Required But Not Supplied
ADP-Glo® Kinase Assay (Promega #V6930) Dithiothreitol (DTT, 1 M; optional) Microplate reader capable of reading luminescence Adjustable micropipettor and sterile tips 30°C incubator
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Storage/Stability
Stable at least 6 months from date of receipt, when stored as directed. Kit components require different storage conditions. Be sure to store each component at the proper temperature upon arrival.
Instructions for Use
See assay kit data sheet for detailed protocol.
Shipping Temperature
-80°C
Warnings
Avoid freeze/thaw cycles.
Disclaimers and Limitations
BPS Bioscience assay kits are validated using the listed components according to our specific protocol. Any deviations to kit components or protocols, such as using different proteins, cell/tissue lysates, or buffers (including using the same component from other commercial sources) will void any warranties on the performance of the assay kit and is not recommended.
End-users should immediately report any issues to [email protected] upon receipt of the kit, such as missing components, damaged vials, no dry ice, etc.