Application DetailsELISA. Suggested dilution at 1:500 to 1:2,000. Biosensis recommends that the optimal working dilution should be determined by the end user.
TargetBrain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)
SpecificityMammalian BDNF
Target Host SpeciesHuman
Species ReactivityHuman, Mouse
Antibody HostChicken
Antibody TypePolyclonal
Antibody IsotypeIgY
ConjugateUnconjugated
Immunogen DescriptionMixture of two human BDNF peptides (73-87 and 194-208 aa). Both peptides are highly conserved in human and mouse.
Purity DescriptionIgY
FormatLiquid. PBS with 0.02% Sodium Azide
Storage InstructionsShort term storage at 2-8°C for one week. At -20°C as an undiluted liquid for up to 12 months.
Batch NumberPlease see item label.
Expiration Date12 months after date of receipt (unopened vial).
Alternative NamesBrain-derived neurotrophic factor; Abrineurin; proBDNF;
Scientific BackgroundBDNF belongs to the neurotrophin family and regulates the survival and differentiation of neurons during development. The alterations in BDNF expression induced by various kinds of brain insult including stress, ischemia, seizure activity and hypoglycemia, may contribute to some pathologies such as depression, epilepsy, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. Microglia release BDNF that may contribute to neuroinflammation and neuropathic pain. FUNCTION: Promotes the survival of neuronal populations that are all located either in the central nervous system or directly connected to it. Major regulator of synaptic transmission and plasticity at adult synapses in many regions of the CNS. The versatility of BDNF is emphasized by its contribution to a range of adaptive neuronal responses including long-term potentiation (LTP), long-term depression (LTD), certain forms of short-term synaptic plasticity, as well as homeostatic regulation of intrinsic neuronal excitability. SUBUNIT: Monomers and homodimers. Binds to NTRK2/TRKB. SUBCELLULAR LOCATION: Secreted protein. POst translation modification: Converted into mature BDNF by plasmin (PLG). SIMILARITY: Belongs to the NGF-beta family.