chemical

Recombinant human BDNF proDomain (Val66Met) protein

B-445

B-445_10 mcg

Recombinant human BDNF proDomain (Val66Met) protein

Non Antibodies

Proteins

Lyophilized from double distilled water (ddH2O). May contain TFA as a residual counter ion.

The reconstituted solution can be stored at 4°C for up to 1 week. For longer periods (up to 6 months), small aliquots should be stored at -20°C. We do not recommend storing the product in working solutions for longer than a few days. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.

Centrifuge the vial (10,000 × g for 5 minutes) before adding solvent to spin down all the powder to the bottom of the vial. The lyophilized product may be difficult to visualize. Add solvent directly to the centrifuged vial. Gently tap, tilt, and roll the vial to aid dissolution. Avoid vigorous vortexing; light vortexing for up to 3 seconds is acceptable if needed. For long-term storage in solution, we recommend preparing a stock solution by dissolving the product in sterile water at a concentration of at least 0.1 mg/mL. Divide the stock solution into small aliquots and store at -20°C. Before use, thaw the relevant vial(s) and dilute to the desired working concentration in your working buffer. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions in working buffers just before use. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles may result in loss of activity.

Centrifuge the vial before adding solvent (10,000 x g for 5 minutes) to spin down all the powder to the bottom of the vial. The lyophilized product may be difficult to visualize. Add solvent directly to the centrifuged vial. Tap the vial to aid in dissolving the lyophilized product. Tilt and gently roll the liquid over the walls of the vial. Avoid vigorous vortexing. Light vortexing for up to 3 seconds is acceptable if needed. For long-term storage in solution, we recommend preparing a stock solution by dissolving the product in sterile water at a concentration of at least 0.1 mg/mL. Divide the stock solution into small aliquots and store at -20°C. Before use, thaw the relevant vial(s) and dilute to the desired working concentration in your working buffer. It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions in working buffers just before use. Repeat freeze-thawing may result in loss of activity.

The product is shipped as a lyophilized powder at room temperature. Upon receipt, store the product at -20°C. Protect from moisture.

Recombinant, E. coli

NGFR,NTRK2,SORT1,SORCS2

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a neurotrophic factor that binds p75NTR as well as TrkB receptors1,2. BDNF supports the survival of many cell types3-8 and also modulates hippocampal plasticity and hippocampal-dependent memory in cell models and in animals9.The BDNF gene, like other peptide growth factor genes, encodes a precursor peptide (proBDNF), which is proteolytically cleaved to form the mature protein10. proBDNF has been shown to be a pro-apoptotic ligand for sympathetic neurons expressing both p75NTR and sortilin11, and to be involved in the long-term potentiation (LTP) stage of the memory-related modifications in synaptic transmission12.A nonconservative single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the human BDNF gene has been identified at nucleotide 196 (G/A) producing an amino acid substitution (Valine to Methionine) at codon 66 (Val66Met, rs 6265). Although located in the 5' proBDNF region, this SNP results in striking deficits in the cellular distribution and regulated secretion of the mature protein and hence in corresponding alterations of human hippocampal function and episodic memory in vivo9.Egan MF. et al demonstrated the molecular mechanisms that control activity-dependent BDNF secretion and showed that depolarization-dependent secretion of BDNF in hippocampal neurons is significantly impaired when this Val66Met SNP occurs. Using double-staining techniques, they demonstrated that Val-BDNF-containing secretory granules are colocalized with synaptophysin, a marker for synapses. In contrast, Val66Met-BDNF aggregates are accumulated in the cell body and rarely colocalize with synaptophysin. This suggests that even if it can be secreted in small amounts near the cell body through the constitutive pathway, the Met-BDNF protein cannot be secreted at synapses9. Studies of heterozygote BDNF knockout rodents, who presumably have intermediate BDNF levels, demonstrate clear physiological13 and behavioral14 abnormalities, suggesting that secretion levels are critical.Multiple studies over recent decades in humans, in vivo in animal models and in vitro found an association between the Val66Met polymorphism and bipolar and unipolar disorders15, Schizophrenia16,17, anxiety-related behavior18,19 and a controversial association with ADHD20,21.The data that emerged from the analyses of the Val66Met phenotype in various syndromes and diseases highlight the importance of the pro-region of the BDNF polypeptide, particularly Valine66 and perhaps the nearby sequence, in intracellular trafficking and secretion of BDNF.

Alomone Labs

A Neurotrophic Factor

A Neurotrophic Factor

12.4 kDa

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor proDomain (Val66Met)

C538H866N154O172S6

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a neurotrophic factor that binds p75NTR as well as TrkB receptors1,2 and supports the survival of many cell types3-8. proBDNF has been shown to be a pro-apoptotic ligand for sympathetic neurons11 expressing both p75NTR and sortilin, and to be involved in long-term potentiation (LTP) stage of the memory-related modifications in synaptic transmission12.

The reconstituted solution can be stored at 4°C for up to 1 week. For longer periods (up to 6 months), small aliquots should be stored at -20°C. We do not recommend storing the product in working solutions for longer than a few days. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.

1-2 Business Days

Israel/IL

≥98% (HPLC)

Lyophilized

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(the Val66Met mutation is underlined in the sequence)
MAPMKEANIRGQGGLAYPGVRTHGTLESVNGPKAGSRGL
TSLADTFEHMIEELLDEDQKVRPNEENNKDADLYTSRVM
LSSQVPLEPPLLFLLEEYKNYLDAANMSMRVRR

No

12352202

no

no