BDNF
Nervous System · Neuropeptide & Neurotrophin Signaling
Can a BDNF result measure my ability to learn?
BDNF makes a protein that supports neuron survival and the adaptability of connections between nerve cells. Those roles are relevant to brain function, but a consumer variant is not an individual learning-capacity score.
- Common Gene Name
- brain derived neurotrophic factor
- NCBI Gene ID
- 627
- Chromosome
- 11
Clinical Evidence Status
Clinical utility not established here
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (2 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WAGR syndrome | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2013-03 | |
| Opioid addiction | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2013-03 |
Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.
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