Rabbit Polyclonal RBP4 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RBP4 aa 1-200.
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Publications
- Translational pediatrics 10:2083-20942021Identification and evaluation of fructose-bisphosphate aldolase B as a potential diagnostic biomarker in choledochal cysts patients: a quantitative proteomic analysis.Applications:Unspecified applicationReactive species:Unspecified reactive speciesGedong Ming,Wanliang Guo,Yuan Cheng,Jian WangPubMed 34584879
- Molecular pharmaceutics 16:3237-32522019Hydrophilic Small Molecules That Harness Transthyretin To Enhance the Safety and Efficacy of Targeted Chemotherapeutic Agents.Applications:Unspecified applicationReactive species:Unspecified reactive speciesArindom Pal et. al.PubMed 31136717
Key facts
- Isotype
IgG
- Host species
Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7
Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)
Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine- Form
Liquid
- Clonality
Polyclonal
Immunogen
- Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RBP4 aa 1-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P02753
Reactivity data
Select an application| IHC-P | WB | ICC/IF | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human | Tested | Tested | Tested |
| Cow | Predicted | Predicted | Predicted |
| Pig | Predicted | Predicted | Predicted |
| Rabbit | Predicted | Predicted | Predicted |
IHC-P
TestedTested
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human | Dilution info 1/100.00000 - 1/1000.00000 | Notes Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 8.0) can also be used. Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol. |
PredictedPredicted
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Rabbit, Pig, Cow | Dilution info - | Notes - |
WB
TestedTested
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human | Dilution info 1/500.00000 - 1/3000.00000 | Notes - |
PredictedPredicted
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Rabbit, Pig, Cow | Dilution info - | Notes - |
ICC/IF
TestedTested
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human | Dilution info 1/100.00000 - 1/1000.00000 | Notes - |
PredictedPredicted
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Rabbit, Pig, Cow | Dilution info - | Notes - |
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Target data
Function
Retinol-binding protein that mediates retinol transport in blood plasma (PubMed:5541771). Delivers retinol from the liver stores to the peripheral tissues (Probable). Transfers the bound all-trans retinol to STRA6, that then facilitates retinol transport across the cell membrane (PubMed:22665496).
Alternative names
Retinol-binding protein 4, Plasma retinol-binding protein, PRBP, RBP, RBP4, PRO2222
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Rabbit Polyclonal RBP4 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RBP4 aa 1-200.
Alternative names
Retinol-binding protein 4, Plasma retinol-binding protein, PRBP, RBP, RBP4, PRO2222
Key facts
- Isotype
IgG
- Host species
Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7
Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)
Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine- Form
Liquid
- Clonality
Polyclonal
- Immunogen
- Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RBP4 aa 1-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P02753
- Purification technique
Affinity purification Immunogen
- Concentration
Storage
- Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
- Appropriate long-term storage conditions
-20°C
- Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
- Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle
Notes
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Supplementary info
- Activity summary
RBP4 or retinol-binding protein 4 is a carrier protein that is essential for the transport of retinol or vitamin A in the bloodstream. Also known by the names RBP or plasma retinol-binding protein this protein has a molecular weight of approximately 21 kDa. RBP4 is mainly expressed in the liver and secreted into the blood where it binds to retinol and protects it from oxidation. The structure of RBP4 allows it to fit into binding pockets facilitating the transport of retinol to peripheral tissues.
- Biological function summary
RBP4 plays a role as a transporter of vitamin A from the liver to tissues where it is needed. It forms complexes with transthyretin in the blood which prevents kidney filtration and subsequent loss of retinol. This function ensures the proper delivery and availability of retinol essential for vision cellular differentiation and immune system function. The stability of the retinol-RBP4 complex is important to maintaining sufficient vitamin A levels in the body.
- Pathways
RBP4 is significant in the vitamin A metabolism pathway and affects the retinoid signaling pathways. These pathways are critical for processes such as vision and skin health. RBP4 interacts with proteins like lecithin retinol acyltransferase (LRAT) in these pathways which are responsible for esterifying retinol into retinyl esters a storage form of vitamin A. These interactions ensure the efficient transport and storage of vitamin A and that it is accessible when needed by different tissues.
- Associated diseases and disorders
RBP4 is linked to the development of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Elevated RBP4 levels correlate with these conditions and highlight its role in metabolic processes. Studies also show a connection between altered RBP4 levels and obesity with insulin resistance often occurring in conjunction with obesity. The protein is implicated in these metabolic disorders through its interactions with insulin-regulating proteins which influence glucose homeostasis.
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Western blot - Anti-RBP4 antibody (ab154914)
12% SDS PAGE
All lanes: Western blot - Anti-RBP4 antibody (ab154914) at 1/1000 dilution
All lanes: HepG2 whole cell lysate at 30 µg
Predicted band size: 23 kDa
Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-RBP4 antibody (ab154914)
Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded OECM1 xenograft tissue labeling RBP4 with ab154914 at 1/500 dilution.
Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-RBP4 antibody (ab154914)
Immunofluorescence analysis of paraformaldehyde-fixed HeLa cells labeling RBP4 with ab154914 at 1/200 dilution. The image in the lower panel is merged with a DNA probe.
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