Used in biomedical research to detect and quantify rat matrix metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8), also known as neutrophil collagenase, in biological samples such as serum, plasma, tissue homogenates, and cell culture supernatants. This ELISA kit is specifically designed for studying inflammatory processes, tissue remodeling, and diseases involving extracellular matrix degradation in rodent models. Common applications include research on arthritis, periodontal disease, lung injury, and cardiovascular conditions where MMP-8 plays a role in disease progression. The assay enables high sensitivity and specificity, allowing researchers to monitor changes in MMP-8 levels under experimental conditions and assess the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions targeting matrix metalloproteinases.