Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine®

RBP4/Retinol-Binding Protein 4 ELISA kit for Human

Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine® (96 Tests). Quantitate Human RBP4 in cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, serum, plasma(heparin, EDTA) and urine. Sensitivity: 10pg/ml. The brand Picokine indicates this is a premium quality ELISA kit. Each Picokine kit delivers precise quantification, high sensitivity, and excellent reproducibility. Only our most reliable and effective kits qualify as Picokine, guaranteeing top-tier results for your assays. Cited in 6 publication(s).

Product Info Summary

SKU: EK0831
Size: 96 wells/kit, with removable strips.
Reactive Species: Human
Application: ELISA
Sample Types: cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, serum, plasma(heparin, EDTA) and urine.

Product Name

Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine®

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SKU/Catalog Number

EK0831

Size

96 wells/kit, with removable strips.

*Question: How many samples can I assay/run in this kit?

Description

Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine® (96 Tests). Quantitate Human RBP4 in cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, serum, plasma(heparin, EDTA) and urine. Sensitivity: 10pg/ml. The brand Picokine indicates this is a premium quality ELISA kit. Each Picokine kit delivers precise quantification, high sensitivity, and excellent reproducibility. Only our most reliable and effective kits qualify as Picokine, guaranteeing top-tier results for your assays.

Storage & Handling

Store at 4°C for 6 months, at -20°C for 12 months. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (Ships with gel ice, can store for up to 3 days in room temperature. Freeze upon receiving.)

Cite This Product

Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine® (Boster Biological Technology, Pleasanton CA, USA, Catalog # EK0831)

Clonality of Antibodies

See Datasheet for details

Standard Protein

Expression system for standard: NS0; Immunogen sequence: E19-L201

Sensitivity

<10 pg/ml

Assay Range

312 pg/ml - 20,000 pg/ml

Standard Dilution Instructions

serial dilution instructions image

See datasheet of EK0831 for more details

Cross-reactivity

There is no detectable cross-reactivity with other relevant proteins.

Reactive Species

EK0831 is reactive to RBP4 in Human samples

Validated Sample Types

cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, serum, plasma(heparin, EDTA) and urine.

Application Guarantee

EK0831 is guaranteed for ELISA in Human by Boster Guarantee

See how Boster Bio validate our ELISA kits: ELISA Validation Information

Background of RBP4/Retinol-Binding Protein 4

Retinol binding protein 4, plasma, also known as RBP4, belongs to the lipocalin family and is the specific carrier for retinol (vitamin A alcohol) in the blood. It is protein that in humans is encoded by the RBP4 gene. RBP4 gene resides just centromeric of the cluster of CYP2C genes on 10q24. The mouse Rbp4 locus is closely linked and just proximal to the locus for phenobarbital-inducible cytochrome P450-2c (Cyp-2c) at the distal end of chromosome 19. It delivers retinol from the liver stores to the peripheral tissues. In plasma, the RBP-retinol complex interacts with transthyretin, which prevents its loss by filtration through the kidney glomeruli. A deficiency of vitamin A blocks secretion of the binding protein posttranslationally and results in defective delivery and supply to the epidermal cells. The standard used in this kit is recombinant protein, with E19-L201 aa sequence, the molecular weight is 22kda.

Kit Components

Catalog Number Description Quantity
EK0831-CAP Anti-Human RBP4 Pre-coated 96-well strip microplate 1
EK0831-ST Human RBP4 Standard 2 vials, 20 ng/tube
EK0831-DA Human RBP4 Biotinylated antibody (100x) 100ul
AR1103 Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Complex (100x) 100ul
AR1106-1 Sample Diluent 30ml
AR1106-2 Antibody Diluent 12ml
AR1106-3 Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Diluent 12ml
AR1104 Color Developing Reagent (TMB) 10ml
AR1105 Stop Solution 10ml
AR1106-5 Wash Buffer (25x) 20ml
PLA-SEA Adhesive plate sealers 4

*The kit components are not available for individual purchase.

Materials Required But Not Included In Kit

  • Microplate Reader capable of reading absorbance at 450nm.
  • Incubator.
  • Automated plate washer (optional).
  • Pipettes and pipette tips capable of precisely dispensing 0.5 µl through 1 ml volumes of aqueous solutions.
  • Multichannel pipettes are recommended for large amount of samples.
  • Deionized or distilled water.
  • 500ml graduated cylinders.
  • Test tubes for dilution.

Validation Standard Curve O.D. At 450nm

Concentration (pg/ml)03126251250250050001000020000
O.D.0.0060.0290.0660.1080.2150.4951.0741.866

Data Example Images

Recommended Sample Dilution Ratios

According to our internal validation assays using this ELISA kit, to detect RBP4/Retinol-Binding Protein 4, Dilution ratio of 1:20000, concentration in serum and plasma is around 28 ug/ml..

Some articles we found to cite concentrations of RBP4/Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in samples: 23423766 (Pubmed IDs).

Intra Assay Consistency & Inter Assay Consistency

We measured random samples of Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine® within the same batch/lot to ensure the consistency of the kits' performances. ELISA intra assay consistency is measured using wells from the same plate/assay kit. ELISA inter assay consistency is measured using wells from different plates from the same batch production/lot.

Intra-Assay PrecisionInter-Assay Precision
Sample123123
n161616242424
Mean (pg/ml)62128749419643277810172
Standard deviation44.09227.04668.7453.36247.24752.72
CV (%)7.1%7.9%7.1%8.3%8.9%7.4%

Reproducibility

We ensure reproducibility by testing three samples with differing concentrations of RBP4/Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in ELISA kits from four different production batches/lots.

LotsLot 1 (pg/ml)Lot 2 (pg/ml)Lot 3 (pg/ml)Lot 4 (pg/ml)Mean (pg/ml)Standard DeviationCV (%)
Sample 162157463760360823.393.8%
Sample 228742703265628962782104.373.7%
Sample 394198739849284298769392.344.4%
*number of samples for each test n=16.

Gene/Protein Information For RBP4 (Source: Uniprot.Org, NCBI)

Gene Name

RBP4

Full Name

Retinol-binding protein 4

Weight

23010 MW

Superfamily

calycin superfamily

Alternative Names

Retinol-binding protein 4;Plasma retinol-binding protein;PRBP;RBP;Plasma retinol-binding protein (1-182);Plasma retinol-binding protein (1-181);Plasma retinol-binding protein (1-179);Plasma retinol-binding protein (1-176);RBP4;PRO2222; RBP4 MCOPCB10, RDCCAS retinol binding protein 4 retinol-binding protein 4|PRBP|RBP|plasma retinol-binding protein|retinol binding protein 4, plasma|retinol-binding protein 4, interstitial

*if product is indicated to react with multiple species, protein info is based on the gene entry specified above in "species".

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In this infographic you will see the following information for RBP4: database IDs, super-family, protein function, synonyms, molecular weight, chromosomal locations, tissues of expression, subcellular locations, post translational modifications, and related diseases, research areas & pathways. If you want to see more information included, or would like to contribute to it and be acknowledged, please contact us [email protected].

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EK0831 has been cited in 6 publications:

*The publications in this section are manually curated by our staff scientists. They may differ from Bioz's machine gathered results. Both are accurate. If you find a publication citing this product but is missing from this list, please let us know we will issue you a thank-you coupon.

Effect of Omega-3 Supplementation on Lipocalin 2 and Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

The Effect of Isotretinoin on Retinol-Binding Protein 4, Leptin, Adiponectin and Insulin Resistance in Acne Vulgaris Patients

Evaluation of Nutritional Status in Children during Predialysis, or Treated By Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis

Effect of Omega-3 Supplementation on Lipocalin 2 and Retinol-Binding Protein 4 in Type 2 Diabetic Patients

Ding N, Luo S, Yu J, Zhou Y, Wu Z. Mol Vis. 2018 Mar 26;24:252-260. eCollection 2018. Vitreous levels of apolipoprotein A1 and retinol binding protein 4 in human rhegmatogenous retinal detachment associated with choroidal detachment

Karadag As, Ertugrul Dt, Kalkan G, Bilgili Sg, Celik Ht, Takci Z, Balahoroglu R, Calka O. Dermatology. 2013;227(2):103-8. Doi: 10.1159/000351769. Epub 2013 Sep 10. The Effect Of Acitretin Treatment On Insulin Resistance, Retinol-Binding Protein-4,...

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7 Customer Q&As for Human RBP4/Retinol Binding Protein 4 ELISA Kit PicoKine®

Question

Q: how are cell lysates prepared for use in Picokine® ELISA kits?

S. Maharaj

Verified customer

Asked: 2020-09-12

Answer

A: in those Picokine® ELISAs where cell or tissue lysate is a validated sample type, sample preparation instructions for lysate are included in the product insert. Components in lysate and lysis buffer can change immunoreactivity, so if lysate is not a validated sample type, care must be taken in sample preparation and validation.

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2020-09-12

Question

Q: for how much duration can samples (cell cultures, serum, and plasma) be stored and still be stable for analysis RBP4 using the EK0831 Human RBP4 Picokine® ELISA Kit?

A. Surve

Verified customer

Asked: 2020-07-31

Answer

A: Boster Bio does not evaluate sample stability. Variations in sample collection, processing, and storage may change the stabilityof samples. It is recommend to assay sample on priority basis collection when possible, or aliquot into single use volumes and store samples frozen. avoid repeat freeze-thaw cycles with the stored samples to avoid protein degradation.

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2020-07-31

Question

Q: how to proceed with the analysis of ELISA data? I have performed RBP4 level in urine.

Verified Customer

Verified customer

Asked: 2020-02-08

Answer

A: we recommend you this article on ELISA data analysis. bosterbio.com/ELISA-data-analysis-instructions. we also provide a convenient online tool that you can use to analyze ELISA data. bosterbio.com/biology-research-tools/ELISA-data-analysis-online

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2020-02-08

Question

Q: Are Boster Bio recombinant proteins and antibodies sterile?

Verified Customer

Verified customer

Asked: 2019-09-28

Answer

A: although the vials are bottled using aseptic techniques, heat-treated vials, and sterile stock solutions, they are not considered or guaranteed to be sterile. If sterile material is required for an experiment, the material can be filtered through a 0.2 micron filter designed for use with biological fluids.

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2019-09-28

Question

Q: which procedure should I follow in order to thaw whole blood sample for RBP4 ELISA after freezing?

K. Williams

Verified customer

Asked: 2018-09-04

Answer

A: we do not recommend freezing and thaw whole blood. erythrocytes are fragile and, if frozen and thawed, will undergo hemolysis rendering the samples useless. To keep your blood samples to test RBP4 for a later time, you should let the blood clot in glass tubes and separate the serum to freeze for later analysis.

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2018-09-04

Question

Q: can I use citrate plasma as samples in Human RBP4 Picokine® ELISA Kit (Catalog # EK0831)?

Verified Customer

Verified customer

Asked: 2017-11-13

Answer

A: Chelating agents such as EDTA, Heparin and Citrate can irreversibly bind metal ions from the functional domain of RBP4 causing degradation of its protein structure. RBP4 may be denatured as a result and may compromise the assay's measurements. The chilating sites could also be too close to the epitopes a must for detection and block the antigen antibody reaction. We have tested the RBP4 ELISA, treating samples with various anticoagulants and decided that heparin or EDTA can be used for treatment of blood/plasma samples. Do not use other anticoagulents when collecting samples.

Boster Scientific Support

Answered: 2017-11-13

Question

Q: we need your suggestion regarding the dilution ratio of serum samples for detection of RBP4 in Human urine? I am trying to measure a few analytes and it requires 100ul of diluted samples for each well. We have limited sample quantitys so we like to dilute as much as possible.

K. Anand

Verified customer

Asked: 2016-03-27

Answer

A: having little idea about the physiological or pathological context of your samples we cannot recommend a dilution ratio without performing a pilot test with your samples. Here is how you can perform a pilot study on your own: perform a serial dilution of your samples on the RBP4 ELISA kit to make sure you have a linear ascending curve followed by a plateau, which signifies the samples saturating the detection limit of the kit. Then you can pick the dilution ratios from samples in the linear part of the curve as your experimental dilution ratio.
If you are interested in using our ELISA service, you can also send us your sample and we will take care of everything for you. You can check our service details here: bosterbio.com/services/assay-services/ELISA-testing-service
Since you mentioned you have limited samples, our cost effective multiplex ELISA service would fit perfectly for your needs, where we can generate dozens of data points using as little as 25ul sample volume. Information on this service is also in the above link.

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Answered: 2016-03-27

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