Thermo Fisher Scientific BDNF Polyclonal Antibody

Applications

Tested Dilution

Publications

Western Blot (WB)

1:500

-

Immunohistochemistry (Frozen) (IHC (F))

1:400

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Immunocytochemistry (ICC/IF)

Assay-dependent

-

Product Specifications

Host/Isotype

Guinea pig / IgG

Class

Polyclonal

Type

Antibody

Immunogen

Peptide corresponding to amino acid residues 166-178 of human BDNF (precursor)

Conjugate

Unconjugated Unconjugated Unconjugated

Form

Lyophilized

Concentration

0.8 mg/mL

Storage conditions

-20°C

Shipping conditions

Wet ice

RRID

AB_2857211

Product Specific Information

Reconstitute antibody with 50 µL of double distilled water (DDW). The reconstituted solution can be stored at 4 degrees C for up to 1 week. For longer periods, small aliquots should be stored at -20 degrees C. Avoid multiple freezing and thawing. Centrifuge all antibody preparations before use (10000 x g 5 min).

Peptide sequence is: (C)VLEKVPV SKQLK

Homology: Mouse, rat and many other species -identical.

Target Information

BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) is a member of the neurotrophin family. BDNF is synthesized as pre-proBDNF, followed by cleavage to proBDNF. Although further processing generates the mature, 14 kDa protein, pro-BDNF is biologically active and is secreted in synaptic vesicles along with the mature form. BDNF is widely expressed in the central nervous system and acts in an autocrine and paracrine manner on several classes of neurons. Signaling occurs mainly through the tyrosine kinase receptor TrkB, although binding to the lower-affinity receptor, p75-NTR, has also been demonstrated. BDNF promotes neuronal survival and differentiation and has been shown to play a critical role in memory formation and synaptic regulation. BDNF is induced by cortical neurons, and is necessary for survival of striatal neurons in the brain. Expression of BDNF is reduced in both Alzheimer`s and Huntington disease patients, and may also play a role in the regulation of stress response and in the biology of mood disorders.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. Not for resale without express authorization.