Chicken DHT (Dihydrotestosterone) ELISA Kit

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a potent androgen derived from testosterone via the action of 5α-reductase, plays a critical role in the physiological and reproductive biology of chickens (Gallus gallus). As a key hormonal mediator, DHT is involved in regulating multiple essential processes in poultry, making its accurate quantification vital for advancing avian research.

Physiological Significance in Chickens: DHT influences the development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics in chickens, such as comb growth, feather patterning, and mating behaviors. It also contributes to the regulation of reproductive tract development, sperm production, and overall reproductive fitness—factors that are crucial for poultry breeding programs and reproductive physiology studies.
Research Relevance in Avian Science: In modern poultry research, understanding DHT dynamics is linked to several high-priority areas. For instance, studies investigating the impact of environmental stressors (e.g., temperature fluctuations, chemical exposures) on avian endocrine function rely on precise DHT measurements to assess hormonal disruptions. Additionally, research on poultry growth performance, immune system modulation, and metabolic health often incorporates DHT analysis, as emerging evidence suggests that DHT may interact with other hormonal pathways (e.g., estrogen signaling) to influence immune responses and nutrient metabolism in chickens.
Need for Specific Assay Tools: Traditional methods for hormone detection (such as radioimmunoassay, RIA) have limitations in terms of safety, cost, and specificity for avian samples. ELISA kits tailored for chicken DHT address these gaps by offering a non-radioactive, cost-effective, and species-specific solution. Unlike general-purpose hormone assays, chicken-specific DHT ELISA kits are optimized to recognize the unique molecular structure of chicken DHT, minimizing cross-reactivity with other androgens (e.g., testosterone, androstenedione) or avian-specific metabolites—ensuring reliable results for poultry-focused studies.
Application Scope Across Sample Types: The demand for flexible sample compatibility drives the utility of this kit. Chicken DHT research often requires analyzing diverse sample matrices: serum and plasma for systemic hormone levels, cell culture supernatants to study DHT secretion in vitro (e.g., from ovarian or testicular cells), and tissue lysates (e.g., from hypothalamus, testes, or adrenal glands) to investigate localized DHT production and tissue-specific hormonal regulation. This kit’s ability to handle all these sample types makes it a versatile tool for both in vivo and in vitro avian endocrine research.