Lumigen SPARCL® Background Reducing Agent
Lumigen SPARCL® (Spatial Proximity Analyte Reagent Capture Luminescence) Background Reducing Agent is a specialized reagent designed to minimize background signal and enhance signal-to-noise performance in SPARCL proximity assays.
- Performance Profile: Reduces non-specific luminescence and improves assay sensitivity, enabling more accurate detection in chemiluminescent proximity assays.
- Applications: Used in Lumigen SPARCL assays and included in the Lumigen SPARCL Detection Kit to optimize signal clarity and support reliable quantitation in immunoassays and binding studies.

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Lumigen SPARCL® Background Reducing Agent Description
Lumigen SPARCL® Background Reducing Agent is a proprietary reagent formulated to enhance signal-to-noise performance in SPARCL proximity-based chemiluminescent assays. Designed to suppress non-specific luminescence, it improves assay clarity and supports accurate quantitation in homogeneous, no-wash formats.
By reducing background signal, the reagent enhances sensitivity and dynamic range in sandwich and competitive SPARCL assay formats. It is included in the Lumigen SPARCL Detection Kit and available separately for assay development and optimization.
Invented, developed, and manufactured by Lumigen.
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Lumigen SPARCL® Background Reducing Agent Specifications
| Product Name | Lumigen SPARCL® Background Reducing Agent |
| Technology | Spatial Proximity Analyte Reagent Capture Luminescence (SPARCL™) |
| Assay Type | Proximity-dependent, non-separation chemiluminescent assay |
| Detection Chemistry | Acridan substrate + Horseradish Peroxidase (HRP) with trigger solution |
| Primary Enzyme | Horseradish Peroxidase (HRP) |
| Applications | ELISA; Sandwich, Direct, Indirect, Competitive assays; Protein-protein; Protein-antibody; Protein-DNA; DNA-DNA; High throughput binding assays; Cell-based assays |
| Assay Formats | Solution phase or solid phase (no wash required) |
| Signal Type | Instantaneous flash chemiluminescence |
| Signal Duration | Instantaneous Flash |
| Assay Time | Less than 30 minutes |
| Wash Steps Required | None |
| Solid Support Required | Not required (optional solid phase format available) |
| Working Solution | Ready-to-use solution |
| Storage Conditions | 2–8°C; Store in amber bottle to protect from light |
| Shelf Life | 1 year |
| Catalog Number | SBGR-010 (10 mL) |
| Components | Background Reducing Agent (10 mL) |
Why Choose Lumigen Chemiluminescent Reagents?
Lumigen is chemiluminescent technology leader, providing innovative reagents that bring unmatched sensitivity and reliability to clinical diagnostics and life science research.
Superior Quality
ISO 9001:2015–certified manufacturing in Southfield, Michigan ensures rigorous quality standards, reproducibility, and regulatory compliance.
Proven Consistency
Long-Term Stability
Formulations are designed to maintain signal integrity over time, supporting extended shelf life and dependable performance.

