• HEK293 expressed
  • Endotoxin-free
  • Animal-component free

HumanKine® recombinant human BDNF protein

Activity

4-40 ng/mL EC50

Specific Activity

>3.00 x105 IU/mg

Species Reactivity

human

Purity

>95%

Cat no : HZ-1335

Synonyms

Abrineurin, ANON2, brain-derived neurotrophic factor



Technical Specifications

GeneID 627
Species Human
Expression HEK293
Activity 4-40 ng/mL EC50
Specific Activity>3.00 x105 IU/mg
Purity >95%
Endotoxin<1 EU/μg
Accession NumberP23560
Molecular Mass 14 kDa reduced and non-reduced, homodimer, non-glycosylated
Formulation 10 x PBS pH 7.4 See Certificate of Analysis for details
Species Reactivity human

Stability and Reconstitution

Stability and Storage Lyophilized proteins are stable for 1 year from the date of receipt if stored between (-20°C) and (-80°C). Upon reconstitution we recommend that the solution can be stored at (4°C) for short term or at (-20°C) to (-80°C) for long term. Repeated freeze thaw cycles should be avoided with reconstituted products.
Reconstitution Briefly centrifuge the vial before opening. It is recommended to reconstitute the protein in sterile 1xPBS pH 7.4 containing 0.1% endotoxin-free recombinant human serum albumin (HSA).

Background

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a member of the neurotrophin family, which also includes NGF, NT-3, NT-4, and NT-6. It plays a critical role in the survival, differentiation, and maturation of neurons during development. It is primarily expressed in various regions of the brain including the hippocampus, amygdala, cerebellum, and cerebral cortex. BDNF binds with the TrkB receptor, which results in the activation of downstream pathways controlling neural plasticity, neurogenesis, and stress resistance. It may also play a role in promoting angiogenesis and endothelial cell survival. Decreased levels of BDNF have been associated with several neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, and Huntington’s disease.

Synonyms

Abrineurin, ANON2, brain-derived neurotrophic factor