Can anyone help with MCT1 and 4 quantification on human samples by western blot?

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We want to measure MCT1 and 4 on human muscle samples by the use of western blot. On which exact kDa appears the band? Is this a little higher than the expected 42 kDa (eg 49). Information is much appreciated.

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