{"product_id":"abcam-ab213923","title":"Abcam, ab213923, Rat TIMP-2 ELISA Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 x 96Tests\u003cbr\u003e\nRat TIMP-2 ELISA Kit is a Sandwich (quantitative) ELISA for the measurement of Rat TIMP-2 in Rat in Cell\/Tissue Extracts, Cell Culture Media, Biofluids samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nDetection method:Colorimetric,\u003cbr\u003e\nSample types:Cell Lysate, Cell culture supernatant, EDTA Plasma, Heparin Plasma, Serum, Tissue Homogenate,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Rat,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay type:Sandwich (quantitative),\u003cbr\u003e\nSensitivity:\u0026lt; 10 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nRange:156 - 10000 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay time:3h 30m,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay Platform:Pre-coated microplate (12 x 8 well strips)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Rat TIMP-2 Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) kit (ab213923) is designed for the quantitative measurement of Rat TIMP-2 in cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, tissue homogenates, serum and plasma (heparin, EDTA).\u003cbr\u003e\nThe ELISA kit is based on standard sandwich enzyme-linked immune-sorbent assay technology. A polyclonal antibody from goat specific for TIMP-2 has been precoated onto 96-well plates. Standards and test samples are added to the wells; a biotinylated detection polyclonal antibody from goat specific for TIMP-2 is added subsequently and then followed by washing with PBS or TBS buffer. Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Complex was added and unbound conjugates were washed away with PBS or TBS buffer. HRP substrate TMB was used to visualize HRP enzymatic reaction. TMB was catalyzed by HRP to produce a blue color product that changed into yellow after adding acidic stop solution. The density of yellow is proportional to the Rat TIMP-2 amount of sample captured in plate.\u003cbr\u003e\nTIMP-2 gene is encoded by 5 exons spanning 83 kb of genomic DNA. TIMP-2 is 83 kilobase pairs (kb) long with exon-intron splicing sites located in preserved positions among the three members of the TIMP family. The gene for tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases-2 is localized on human chromosome arm 17q25. TIMP-2 abrogates angiogenic factor-induced endothelial cell proliferation\u003cbr\u003e\nin vitro\u003cbr\u003e\nand angiogenesis\u003cbr\u003e\nin vivo\u003cbr\u003e\nindependent of MMP inhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--20°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information--20°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nTIMP2 also known as Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinases 2 mechanistically inhibits the activity of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). It binds to MMPs regulating the extracellular matrix's remodeling. The protein has a molecular mass of around 21 kDa. TIMP2 is expressed in various tissues including the brain liver and kidneys where it maintains a balance between matrix degradation and production.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nTIMP2 plays a significant role in tissue maintenance and repair by controlling extracellular matrix turnover. It forms complexes with MMPs such as MMP-2 inhibiting their proteolytic activities. The protein is also involved in cell proliferation and differentiation affecting processes like angiogenesis and wound healing. Its regulatory function aids in maintaining tissue homeostasis and preventing excessive matrix breakdown.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nTIMP2 is integral to the matrix metalloproteinase pathway and the regulation of endothelial cell migration. The protein interacts closely with other MMPs influencing their activation and modulation. Through these pathways TIMP2 holds an important position in cellular migration and signaling ensuring precise matrix remodeling in response to physiological needs.\u003cbr\u003e\nTIMP2 has significant links with cancer and fibrosis. Dysregulation of TIMP2 expression or its imbalance with MMPs can contribute to tumor progression and metastasis due to uncontrolled matrix degradation. Additionally abnormal TIMP2 levels associate with fibrotic diseases where excessive tissue deposition occurs. TIMP2's interaction with proteins like MMP-9 and MMP-2 highlights its involvement in these pathological conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843567276201,"sku":"ab213923","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab213923","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}