Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ The antibody pair provided in this kit detects Human IL-18 in serum, plasma, cell culture supernatants, and urine. Interleukin-18 (IL-18) is a proinflammatory cytokine, expressed in most of the mammalian tissues including adipose, liver and skeletal muscle. It is generated as pro-IL-18 which undergoes cleavage to form a mature IL-18 possessing the signal peptide. IL-18 induces Th1 (T helper cell 1) lymphocyte action mediated by interferon-γ. It controls the metabolism of lipids and glucose. Inflammasome activation is responsible for IL-18 release, which is a significant event in response to viral infection. Increased level of IL-18 is observed in kidney and liver disease, diabetes, atherosclerosis, autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis and asthma. It is also associated with the development of renal dysfunction._x000D_ Application_x000D_ For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures._x000D_ Please refer to the attached General ELISA KIT Procedure (sandwich, competitive & Indirect ELISA)_x000D_ Human IL18 / Interleukin-18 ELISA Kit has been used to evaluate the macrophage cytokines production in response to trans-stilbene and terphenyl compounds. It has also been used to analyze and measure IL-18 levels in the urine of chronic kidney disease patients._x000D_ Other Notes_x000D_ A sample Certificate of Analysis is available for this product._x000D_ Please type the word sample in the text box provided for lot number.