| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative names | Apln ELISA kit; ApelApelin ELISA kit; APJ endogenous ligand) [Cleaved into: Apelin-36; Apelin-31; Apelin-28; Apelin-13] ELISA kit |
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| Assay type | |
| Sample type(s) | serum, plasma, tissue homogenates |
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Background
Apelin (APLN) is a biological molecule commonly studied in neuroscience research. It is commonly used as a molecular readout in mechanistic and biomarker-focused studies.
UniProt: Q9R0R4
Biological context
Researchers often monitor Apelin in serum, plasma, and tissue homogenates to better understand themes such as neuronal signaling and synaptic function, neuroinflammation, and neurodegeneration models. In many model systems, measured levels can shift with physiology, experimental perturbation, or disease-associated changes, making careful biological interpretation important.
Interpreting changes in measured levels
Depending on sample matrix and study design, increases or decreases in Apelin may reflect differences in expression, secretion, turnover, or compartmentalization rather than a single mechanism. Interpretation is typically strengthened by evaluating related molecules (for example, synaptic proteins, neurotrophic factors, and neuroinflammatory markers) and by keeping pre-analytical variables consistent across groups.
Nomenclature
In publications and databases, Apelin may also appear under names such as Apln and ApelApelin. When comparing studies, confirm that the reported analyte refers to the same molecule and species context.
Why ELISA data are widely used
ELISA is a common approach for quantitative measurement of proteins and biomarkers in complex samples, enabling comparisons across experimental groups and time points. When integrating results with other readouts, consider species biology, sample type, and the broader pathway context that Apelin participates in.
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Apelin Resistance Contributes to Muscle Loss during Cancer Cachexia in Mice
AD Re Cecconi,Cancers,2022
