Identification of pro- and mature brain-derived neurotrophic factor in human saliva.

doi:10.1016/j.archoralbio.2009.04.005

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Identification of pro- and mature brain-derived neurotrophic factor in human saliva.

Archives of oral biology - 1 Jul 2009

Mandel A L, Ozdener H, Utermohlen V

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OBJECTIVE: Growth factors, including brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), are polypeptides that are involved in the maintenance, survival, and death of central and peripheral cells. Numerous growth factors have been identified in saliva and are thought to promote wound healing and maintenance of the oral epithelium. The aim of this study was to determine if BDNF is also found in human saliva. METHODS: Whole,...

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