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| Alternative Names | Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4;Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases 4;TIMP-4;TIMP4; |
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| Immunogen | E. coli-derived human TIMP4 recombinant protein (Position: N174-P224). Human TIMP4 shares 92.2% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with both mouse and rat TIMP4. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) 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-TIMP4 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A07131. Tested in ELISA, Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: E. coli-derived human TIMP4 recombinant protein (Position: N174-P224). Human TIMP4 shares 92.2% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with both mouse and rat TIMP4. (reported region: N174-P224).
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 25 kDa; calculated MW: 25503 MW
- Reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Applications: ELISA, Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, 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
Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4; Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4. 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. Functional note: 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. Reported localization: Secreted. Expression/tissue context: Abundant in heart and present at low levels in many other tissues.
Research relevance and current trends
- Angiogenesis: Researchers commonly examine how TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cardiovascular: Researchers commonly examine how TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- IHC/IHC-F: assess spatial distribution of TIMP4 (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 4) across tissue regions and cell types using matched controls.
- IF/ICC: evaluate subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; signal can depend on fixation/permeabilization and epitope accessibility.
- Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and shifts in expression; gating strategy and background staining controls are essential.
- ELISA-compatible use: when applicable, interpret signal as relative abundance across sample sets with consistent handling and dilution strategy.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- 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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