Used in environmental and agricultural research to quantify N-acetyl-β-D-glucosamine (NAG) in soil samples, this ELISA kit helps assess chitin content, which serves as a biomarker for fungal biomass. By measuring NAG levels, researchers can monitor soil microbial community dynamics, evaluate soil health, and study decomposition processes. It is particularly useful in studies related to nutrient cycling, organic matter turnover, and the impact of agricultural practices on soil microbiota. The assay offers high sensitivity and specificity, enabling accurate detection of NAG even in complex soil matrices, supporting reliable data collection for ecological and microbiological investigations.