Anti-Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) Antibody
Our Anti-Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) rabbit polyclonal primary antibody detects human, mouse, other mammals (predicted), and rat Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), and is IgG. It is validated for use in ELISA, IHC-Frozen, WB.



Western blot analysis of BDNF expression in cell lysates and brain homogenate. Polyclonal rabbit BDNF antibody to BDNF (129-138) detects proBDNF at 32 kDa in samples. Additional uncharacterized bands are observed at higher molecular weights. Western Blotting Method: SDS-PAGE: denaturing and reducing, 12% Bis-Tris gel; Transfer: Tris-Glycine buffer, semi-dry transfer; Membrane: nitrocellulose (0.22 um); Blocking: 5% skim milk in TBST, 1 hour at RT; Primary antibody: 10 µg/mL, overnight at 4C; Secondary antibody: anti-rabbit-HRP (1/5000), 1 hour at RT; Detection: Chemiluminiscence
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SKU: R-066-500
Product Details
Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)
BDNF 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, and Parkinson 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.
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.
IgG
Polyclonal
IgG
ELISA, IHC, WB
Rabbit
A synthetic peptide (HSDPARRGEL) as a part of human BDNF protein (aa: 129-138) conjugated to KLH has been used as the immunogen. The BDNF protein sequence is highly conserved amongst mammalian species.
Human
Human, Mouse, Rat
Spin vial briefly before opening. Reconstitute in 500 µL sterile-filtered ultrapure water, pH 7.2-7.6. Centrifuge to remove any insoluble material. After reconstitution keep aliquots at -20°C for a higher stability, and at 2-8°C with an appropriate antibacterial agent. Glycerol (1:1) may be added for an additional stability. Avoid repetitive freeze/thaw cycles.
Lyophilized
Protein G purified IgG
Lyophilized from PBS, pH 7.4, without preservatives.
WB: 1-10 µg/mL
IHC: 1-10 µg/mL
ELISA: 1-10 µg/mL
IHC: 1-10 µg/mL
ELISA: 1-10 µg/mL
WB: In Western Blotting, this antibody detects multiple BDNF isoforms (14 kDa mature BDNF, 18 kDa isoform, 28 kDa BDNF dimer/truncated BDNF, 32 kDa proBDNF monomer) depending on sample application (human serum, cell lysate, tissue homogenate).
IHC: Antibody works well in immunohistochemistry with the proper fixation, pretreatments and dilution. Formal fixed, paraffin embedded tissue is not recommend. Recommended fixation is Zamboni fixative or light 4% PFA fixation on fixed, frozen tissue. Recommended dilution is 1-10 µg/mL for immunohistochemistry at 4 degrees centigrade for 2-48 hours. ELISA: 1-10 µg/mL capture/detection.
IHC: Antibody works well in immunohistochemistry with the proper fixation, pretreatments and dilution. Formal fixed, paraffin embedded tissue is not recommend. Recommended fixation is Zamboni fixative or light 4% PFA fixation on fixed, frozen tissue. Recommended dilution is 1-10 µg/mL for immunohistochemistry at 4 degrees centigrade for 2-48 hours. ELISA: 1-10 µg/mL capture/detection.
Unconjugated
Less than 0.1% cross reactivity with mouse NGF, recombinant human NT3 and NT4/5 has been recorded by dot blot analysis. This antiserum is known to recognize rat, human and human BDNF, and is expected to react with BDNF from other species due to amino acid sequence homology.
For research use only.
United States
12 months after date of receipt (unopened vial).
Brain-derived neurotrophic factor; Abrineurin; proBDNF;
25°C (ambient)