Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ Myeloperoxidase (MPO) is an oxidoreductase which is part of the heme peroxidase superfamily._x000D_ Immunogen_x000D_ human neutrophil myeloperoxidase._x000D_ Application_x000D_ Applications in which this antibody has been used successfully, and the associated peer-reviewed papers, are given below._x000D_ Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (1 paper)_x000D_ Physical form_x000D_ Solution in phosphate buffered saline and 0.05% sodium azide._x000D_ Disclaimer_x000D_ Unless otherwise stated in our catalog or other company documentation accompanying the product(s), our products are intended for research use only and are not to be used for any other purpose, which includes but is not limited to, unauthorized commercial uses, in vitro diagnostic uses, ex vivo or in vivo therapeutic uses or any type of consumption or application to humans or animals._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Myeloperoxidase (MPO) is present in the neutrophils and released when leukocytes are activated. It takes part in defense mechanisms and oxidizes low-density lipoprotein. MPO possesses a chlorinating activity with which it generates hypochlorous acid (an anti-microbial agent). It also decreases the bioavailability of nitric oxide.