α-Amylase SD Assay Kit

160 assays (manual) / 640 assays (auto-analyser)

SKU No.  700004263  |  Catalog No.  K-AMYLSD

  • Extremely high sensitivity - 2.4-fold increase over Ceralpha (K-CERA)
  • Very cost effective
  • All reagents stable for > 2 years after preparation
  • Very specific
  • Simple format
  • Mega-Calc™ software tool is available from our website for hassle-free raw data processing
  • Standard included
  • Suitable for Manual and auto-analyser formats
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Minimum quantity required: 1
This item must be ordered in multiples of one case. Quantity per case: 1

The Amylase SD Method is a highly sensitive colourimetric method for the determination of α-amylase in sprout damaged wheat grain (also known as pre-harvest sprouting or weather damaged wheat grain) and “late maturity α-amylase” wheat grain. Can also be used for measuring α-amylase in confectionery, soft drinks, brewing and fermentation, jams, sauces, conserves, ice cream and baby food.

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Specifications
BrandMegazyme
Analyteα-Amylase
PlatformSpectrophotometer, Auto-analyser
Result TypeUV Absorbance
Limit of Detection0.05 U/mL
Storage Conditions

Storage Temperature: Short term stability: 2-8°C, Long term stability: See individual component labels

Stability: > 2 years under recommended storage conditions

Wavelength400 nm, 405 nm
Application ExamplesSprout damaged wheat grain and food products such as jam sauces conserves and ice cream.
Signal ResponseIncrease
Total Assay TimeApprox. 20 min
Reproducibility~ 3%
Package Dimensions10.00 in x 5.00 in x 2.00 in
Package Weight0.71 lb