What Does HRP Stand For?

HRP stands for Horseradish Peroxidase

HRP, or Horseradish Peroxidase, is an enzyme derived from the root of the horseradish plant (Armoracia rusticana). It catalyzes the oxidation of various substrates through the reduction of hydrogen peroxide, making it a valuable tool in biochemistry and molecular biology. HRP is commonly used in laboratory applications such as immunohistochemistry, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), and biosensors due to its ability to produce a measurable color change in the presence of specific substrates, facilitating the detection and quantification of biomolecules.