Haptoglobin is an acute-phase glycoprotein primarily produced by the liver that binds free hemoglobin released during red blood cell turnover. By sequestering hemoglobin, haptoglobin prevents oxidative damage and conserves iron, playing a crucial role in the body’s response to inflammation, infection, and tissue injury. In sheep, as in other mammals, haptoglobin levels rise significantly during acute-phase responses, making it a sensitive biomarker for systemic inflammation, stress, and disease states such as mastitis, parasitic infections, and respiratory disorders.
A sheep haptoglobin ELISA is a sensitive immunoassay designed to quantify haptoglobin concentrations in serum or plasma. In research settings, it is commonly used to study inflammatory processes, evaluate animal health and welfare, and assess the effects of environmental or experimental stressors. This assay enables investigators to monitor the dynamics of the acute-phase response and better understand disease pathophysiology in ovine models.
In clinical and veterinary practice, haptoglobin ELISA provides a practical tool for diagnosing and monitoring inflammation and infection in sheep. Elevated haptoglobin levels can indicate ongoing disease or tissue damage, supporting early intervention and treatment strategies. The assay is also useful for monitoring herd health, evaluating responses to vaccines, and tracking recovery from illness, making it an important component of both animal health management and translational research studies.
This product is manufactured in USA by Eagle Biosciences.
| Size | 1 x 96 Well |
| Sensitivity | 5.047 ng/mL |
| Dynamic Range | 15.625 ng/mL – 1000 ng/mL |
| Incubation Time | 55 minutes |
| Sample Type | Serum, plasma |
| Storage | 2-8°C |
| Alternative Names | HP, Beta-1-Shemoglobin, Haptaglobin, and Haptoglobin Alpha-2 Protein. |