| Field | Specification |
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| Mfr No | |
| Alternative Names | Brain-derived neurotrophic factor;BDNF;Bdnf; |
| Assay Time | |
| Assay Type | |
| Detection Range | |
| Expression System | |
| Gene ID | |
| Immunogen | Expression system for standard: NS0; Immunogen sequence: H129-R247 |
| Product Type | |
| Reactivity | |
| Sample Type(s) | cell culture supernatants, cell lysates, serum and plasma (heparin, EDTA, citrate). |
| Sensitivity | |
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| Target | |
| UniProt # |
Background
Also known as: Brain-derived neurotrophic factor, BDNF.
Mouse BDNF (BDNF) is widely studied as a molecular readout in experimental models where changes in protein abundance reflect underlying biology. This target is frequently investigated in Molecular & Cellular Biology research contexts. Growth factors and morphogens regulate cell proliferation, differentiation, survival, and tissue remodeling by engaging surface receptors and activating downstream signaling cascades. Their activity is often context-dependent, shaped by receptor availability, extracellular matrix binding, and feedback regulation.
Biological function and mechanism
In many systems, growth-factor signaling integrates environmental cues with developmental or repair programs. Downstream pathways frequently include kinase signaling modules and transcriptional responses that alter cell-cycle control, migration, or lineage specification. Because these signals can be transient, quantitative measurements are useful for understanding timing and dose dependence.
Why it matters in research
- Pathway engagement: Concentration changes can indicate activation of growth, survival, or differentiation programs.
- Tissue remodeling: Levels may relate to repair, fibrosis, angiogenesis, or developmental patterning in model systems.
- Mechanistic studies: Tracking abundance alongside downstream markers helps connect ligand availability to signaling output.
Disease and translational relevance
Altered growth-factor signaling has been reported across diverse conditions, including cancer biology, cardiovascular remodeling, wound repair, and metabolic dysfunction. For research interpretation, consider whether the measured form represents active ligand, bound complexes, or processed fragments, as these can influence apparent levels.
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Sample data
| Concentration (pg/ml) | 0 | 31.2 | 62.5 | 125 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2000 |
| O.D. | 0.03 | 0.079 | 0.14 | 0.245 | 0.445 | 0.837 | 1.39 | 2.01 |
Intra/inter assay consistency
| Intra-Assay Precision | Inter-Assay Precision | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sample | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| n | 16 | 16 | 16 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Mean (pg/ml) | 58 | 196 | 923 | 61 | 198 | 920 |
| Standard deviation | 4.06 | 14.5 | 46.15 | 5.42 | 18.21 | 60.72 |
| CV (%) | 7% | 7.4% | 5% | 8.9% | 9.2% | 6.6% |
Kit components
Description|Quantity Pre-coated 96-well strip microplate|1 Standard|2 vials Biotinylated antibody (100x)|100ul Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Complex (100x)|100ul Sample Diluent|30ml Antibody Diluent|12ml Avidin-Biotin-Peroxidase Diluent|12ml Color Developing Reagent (TMB)|10ml Stop Solution|10ml Wash Buffer (25x)|20ml Adhesive plate sealers|4Materials required but not provided
- Microplate Reader capable of reading absorbance at 450nm.
- Incubator.
- Automated plate washer (optional).
- Pipettes and pipette tips capable of precisely dispensing 0.5 µl through 1 ml volumes of aqueous solutions.
- Multichannel pipettes are recommended for large amount of samples.
- Deionized or distilled water.
- 500ml graduated cylinders.
- Test tubes for dilution.
►How many samples can I run per plate?
Each PicoKine® kit (96-well format) typically accommodates a 7-point standard curve in duplicate, 2 non-specific binding wells, and up to 39 unknown samples in duplicate. Exact capacity may vary by kit — refer to the datasheet.
►What sample dilution should I use?
Boster recommends performing a pilot study first: run serial dilutions of your samples (e.g. 1:2, 1:4, 1:8, 1:16) to identify the range that falls within the standard curve. This is important because sample matrix and protein expression levels vary significantly by experiment.
►Why is my signal weak or absent?
The most common causes are: (1) target protein below the kit's detection limit — try concentrating samples or reducing dilution; (2) reagents not at room temperature before use; (3) insufficient incubation time; (4) expired or contaminated reagents. See Boster's full ELISA troubleshooting guide at bosterbio.com/protocol-and-troubleshooting/picokine-elisa-troubleshooting.
►Why is my background signal high?
High background is typically caused by insufficient washing (ensure thorough plate draining after each wash step), excess antibody concentration, or contaminated TMB substrate. Increase the number of wash cycles or reduce antibody concentration. Always use fresh substrate solution.
►Are the kit components sterile?
Components are bottled using aseptic techniques and heat-treated vials, but are not guaranteed sterile. If your experiment requires sterile material, filter through a 0.2 µm membrane designed for biological fluids before use.
►How do I analyze my ELISA results?
Plot absorbance (OD 450 nm) against standard concentrations and fit a 4-parameter logistic (4PL) or sigmoidal curve. Read unknown sample concentrations from the curve. Boster provides a free online ELISA data analysis tool at bosterbio.com/biology-research-tools/elisa-data-analysis-online.
►How should I store samples before running the assay?
Aliquot samples before freezing to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles, which can degrade the target protein. Store aliquots at -80°C for long-term use. Serum and plasma should be collected, processed, and stored under consistent conditions to minimise pre-analytical variability.
►What positive and negative controls should I include?
Include a positive control (a sample known to contain the target protein at a measurable level) and a negative control (sample matrix without the target, or a sample from a species the kit does not cross-react with). Running controls in every assay validates the assay performance and flags plate-to-plate variability.
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