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| Alternative Names | Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4;Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases 4;TIMP-4;TIMP4; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TIMP4, different from the related rat sequence by two amino acids, and from the related mouse sequence by three amino acids. |
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Overview
Anti-Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4 TIMP4 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting TIMP4. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 25 kDa; calculated MW: 25503 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4 TIMP4 Antibody catalog # PA1078. Tested in IHC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat. The brand Picoband indicates this is a premium antibody that guarantees superior quality, high affinity, and strong signals with minimal background in Western blot applications. Only our best-performing antibodies are designated as Picoband, ensuring unmatched performance.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: TIMP4 — Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 25 kDa; Calculated: 25503 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Complexes with metalloproteinases (such as collagenases) and irreversibly inactivates them by binding to their catalytic zinc cofactor. Known to act on MMP-1, MMP-2, MMP-3, MMP-7 and MMP- 9.
Scientific background (datasheet): Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4 is an enzyme that in humans is encoded by the TIMP4 gene. And this gene is mapped to chromosome 3p25. This gene belongs to the TIMP gene family. The proteins encoded by this gene family are inhibitors of the matrix metalloproteinases, a group of peptidases involved in degradation of the extracellular matrix. The secreted, netrin domain-containing protein encoded by this gene is involved in regulation of platelet aggregation and recruitment and may play role in hormonal regulation and endometrial tissue remodeling.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Secreted.
Tissue details (datasheet): Abundant in heart and present at low levels in many other tissues.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the protease inhibitor I35 (TIMP) family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Angiogenesis,Cancer,Cardiovascular,Cell Biology,ECM Enzymes,Extracellular Matrix,Invasion/Microenvironment,Protease Inhibitors,Proteolysis/Ubiquitin.
- Supports comparative expression analysis across conditions, genotypes, or treatments when paired with appropriate controls.
- Useful for confirming target presence and subcellular distribution using orthogonal readouts (e.g., microscopy vs. immunoblotting).
Common research applications
- Western blot (WB): Compare relative target abundance and apparent size/isoforms across samples; interpret bands in light of expected MW and potential PTMs.
- ELISA: Measure target abundance in compatible matrices using a standard-curve readout; ensure dilution linearity and appropriate controls.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Assess tissue distribution and cell-type patterns; interpret staining with appropriate negative controls and antigen context.
- Flow cytometry: Quantify target-positive populations in single-cell suspensions; pair with viability and isotype/FMO controls conceptually.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Consider isoforms, post-translational modifications, and processing that can shift apparent molecular weight or localization.
- Cross-reactivity (datasheet): No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Use appropriate positive and negative controls (e.g., KO/KD, blocking peptide, or isotype controls) to support specificity interpretation.
As a polyclonal antibody, this reagent may recognize multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may require careful specificity controls.
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