Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) Levels in Relation to Depression in Egyptian Diabetic Women: A Pilot Study

Document Type : Abstracts

Abstract

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a crucial moderator of neuronal plasticity in adults; a potential association between BDNF and depression has been reported. Besides, BDNF plays a role in glucose and energy metabolism.