Research Catalog · peptide family
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) — Research Products
3 catalog items
| Catalog # | Product | Type | Species | Size | Price | Add to cart |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 047-04 | Adipokinetic Hormone (Locusta migratoria) | Peptides | Locusta Migratoria | 1 mg | $115.00 | |
| EK-033-22 | Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) (Human) – ELISA Kit ELISA / EIA kit | Assay Kits | Human | 96 wells | $611.00 | |
| 033-22A | Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), recombinant dimer (Human) | Peptides | Human | 5 µg | $253.00 |
All items are supplied for in vitro laboratory research use only — not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis or therapy. Prices are per unit as listed; each catalog number ships with its Certificate of Analysis.
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) — frequently asked
What is BDNF?
BDNF is a neurotrophin that acts as a non-covalent homodimer of a roughly 119-residue cystine knot polypeptide. It is produced from a proBDNF precursor and signals mainly through the TrkB receptor tyrosine kinase in neuronal systems.
Why is recombinant dimer supplied rather than a peptide?
Neurotrophin activity depends on the folded, disulfide-bonded dimeric structure, which short synthetic peptides cannot reproduce. Recombinant protein is therefore the standard format for culture supplementation and receptor signalling experiments in this family.
How is BDNF measured in research samples?
ELISA kits are the usual approach for serum, plasma, cerebrospinal fluid and conditioned media. Because assays can differ in whether they detect mature BDNF, proBDNF or both, matching the kit specification to the research question is important.