BDNF Antibodies

Target Information

Important signaling molecule that activates signaling cascades downstream of NTRK2. During development, promotes the survival and differentiation of selected neuronal populations of the peripheral and central nervous systems. Participates in axonal growth, pathfinding and in the modulation of dendritic growth and morphology. 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. BDNF precursor form: Important signaling molecule that activates signaling cascades downstream of NTRK2. Activates signaling cascades via the heterodimeric receptor formed by NGFR and SORCS2. Signaling via NGFR and SORCS2 plays a role in synaptic plasticity and long-term depression (LTD). Binding to NGFR and SORCS2 promotes neuronal apoptosis. Promotes neuronal growth cone collapse. Belongs to the NGF-beta family. Detected in blood plasma and in saliva (at protein level) (PubMed:11152678, PubMed:19467646). Brain. Highly expressed in hippocampus, amygdala, cerebral cortex and cerebellum. Also expressed in heart, lung, skeletal muscle, testis, prostate and placenta. 5 human isoforms generated by alternative promoter usage or alternative splicing have been reported. Note: This description may include information from UniProtKB.

Alternate Names

Abrineurin; ANON2; anorexia BDNF; BDNF; BDNF precursor form; brain derived neurotrophic factor; Brain-derived neurotrophic factor; BULN2; MGC34632; neurotrophin; OTTMUSP00000016087; OTTMUSP00000016088; OTTMUSP00000016089; OTTMUSP00000016090; OTTMUSP00000016091; OTTMUSP00000016092; OTTMUSP00000016093; OTTMUSP00000016094; OTTMUSP00000016095; OTTMUSP00000016096; ProBDNF