Used in biomedical research to quantify Matrix Metalloproteinase-12 (MMP-12) levels in biological samples such as serum, plasma, tissue homogenates, and cell culture supernatants. It is particularly valuable in studies related to chronic inflammatory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, and emphysema, where MMP-12 plays a key role in tissue remodeling and degradation of extracellular matrix components. The kit enables researchers to monitor disease progression, assess therapeutic efficacy, and investigate the role of MMP-12 in immune responses and macrophage activity. Its high sensitivity and specificity make it suitable for preclinical studies and biomarker validation in both animal models and human samples.