Anti-pro-Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (proBDNF) Antibody

BDNF belongs to the neurotrophin family and promotes the survival of neuronal populations that are all located either in the central nervous system or directly connected to it. It is a 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. 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. 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.

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

Spin vial briefly before opening. Reconstitute in 20 μL sterile-filtered, ultrapure water. 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.

Used in Western blot, this antiserum detects a 35 kDa band corresponding to the molecular weight of proBDNF. No cross reactivity with other proneurotrophins was detected. This antibody is known to react with human, mouse and rat proBDNF and also expected to recognize other mammalian proBDNF.