| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative Names | Prolactin;PRL;Prl; |
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| Host | |
| Immunogen | E. coli-derived mouse Prolactin recombinant protein (Position: L30-C226). |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of Prl (Prolactin(PRL)) in biological samples using common immunoassay formats. It is typically selected based on target identity, species reactivity, clonality/clone information, and detection modality.
Vendor notes: Boster Bio Anti-Prolactin Prl Antibody catalog # RP1021. Tested in ELISA, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Mouse. 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: E. coli-derived mouse Prolactin recombinant protein (Position: L30-C226). (reported region: L30-C226).
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 12 kDa; calculated MW: 25496 MW
- Reactivity: Mouse
- Applications: ELISA, WB
As a polyclonal antibody, the reagent recognizes multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may increase sensitivity to sample-dependent epitope changes.
Biological background
Prolactin(PRL); Prolactin. Prolactin (PRL) also known as luteotropic hormone (LTH) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the PRL gene. Prolactin is a peptide hormone discovered by Henry Friesen. Although it is perhaps best known for its role in lactation, prolactin already existed in the oldest known vertebrates-fishes-where its most important functions were probably related to control of water and salt balance. Prolactin also acts in a cytokine-like manner and as an important regulator of the immune system. Prolactin has important cell cycle related functions as a growth-, differentiating- and anti-apoptotic factor. As a growth factor binding to cytokine like receptors it has also profound influence on hematopoiesis, angiogenesis and is involved in the regulation of blood clotting through several pathways. Functional note: Prolactin acts primarily on the mammary gland by promoting lactation. Reported localization: Secreted. Expression/tissue context: Restricted to a subset of activated T-cells. .
Research relevance and current trends
- Growth Factors/Hormones: Researchers commonly examine how Prl (Prolactin(PRL)) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Lipid Metabolism: Researchers commonly examine how Prl (Prolactin(PRL)) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Metabolism: Researchers commonly examine how Prl (Prolactin(PRL)) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative Prl (Prolactin(PRL)) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- ELISA-compatible use: when applicable, interpret signal as relative abundance across sample sets with consistent handling and dilution strategy.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Family / similarity context: Belongs to the MIF family.
- Isoforms and PTMs: Apparent size and signal patterns can differ across splice isoforms, proteolytic processing, and post-translational modifications.
- Controls: Include an isotype control (as relevant), no-primary control for imaging, and orthogonal validation such as KD/KO samples when available.
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