Human Ghrelin (ACTIVE) RIA
Description:
Human Ghrelin (ACTIVE) RIA
Background Information:
Ghrelin is a recently discovered hormone is secreted primarily by the stomach in response to glucose administration or CNS signals.
Key Applications:
Radioimmunoassay
Application Notes:
Two-day disequilibrium assay at 4°C. Sample volume: < 100 μL Plasma (collected on ice) recommended
Species Reactivity:
Human
Kit or Assay Type:
- Endocrine Kits
- Radioimmunoassays (RIA)
Therapeutic Areas:
- Obesity
- Metabolic Disorders
Linearity of Dilution:
100–142.5%
Label:
125I-Human Ghrelin
Sensitivity:
10 pg/mL
Precision, %:
- Inter-assay: 9.6–16.2
- Intra-assay: 6.5–9.5
Accuracy:
83–114%
Detection Methods:
125I
Gene Symbol:
- GHRL
- ghrelin
- MTLRP
- obestatin
Performance:
- ED80 = 27 ± 7pg/mL
- ED50=125 ± 33 pg/mL
- ED20=652 ± 179 pg/mL
Standard Curve Range:
10–2000 pg/mL
Analytes Available:
Ghrelin


