serum, plasma, tissue homogenates, cell lysates, cell culture supernates or other biological fluids.
Experimental method:
Sandwich
Shelf life:
12 months
Gene ID:
4879
UniProt ID:
P16860
Components:
1. Pre-coated, ready to use 96-well strip plate 1
2. Plate sealer for 96 wells 2
3. Standard 2
4. Diluents buffer: 1×45 mL
5. Detection Reagent A: 1×120 μL
6. Detection Reagent B: 1×120 μL
7. TMB Substrate: 1×9 mL
8. Stop Solution: 1×6 mL
9. Wash Buffer (30× concentrate): 1×20 mL
Background
This gene is a member of the natriuretic peptide family and encodes a secreted protein which functions as a cardiac hormone. The protein undergoes two cleavage events, one within the cell and a second after secretion into the blood. The protein's biological actions include natriuresis, diuresis, vasorelaxation, inhibition of renin and aldosterone secretion, and a key role in cardiovascular homeostasis. A high concentration of this protein in the bloodstream is indicative of heart failure. The presence of myocardial injury is a significant predictor of mortality in hospitalized coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients, and there is evidence of increased levels of natriuretic peptide B in hospitalized non-survivor COVID-19 patients. The protein also acts as an antimicrobial peptide with antibacterial and antifungal activity. Mutations in this gene have been associated with postmenopausal osteoporosis.
