This protocol describes a highly sensitive and high throughput neutrophil extracellular trap (NET) assay for the semi-automated quantification of ex vivo NET formation by immunofluorescence three-dimensional confocal microscopy. This protocol can be used to evaluate NET formation and degradation after different stimuli and can be used to study potential NET-targeted therapies.
Arends, E. J., van Dam, L. S., Kraaij, T., Kamerling, S. W., Rabelink, T. J., van Kooten, C., Teng, Y. O. A High-throughput Assay to Assess and Quantify Neutrophil Extracellular Trap Formation. J. Vis. Exp. (143), e59150, doi:10.3791/59150 (2019).