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Serum is the most common sample type, though it yields concentrations approximately tenfold higher than plasma because BDNF stored in platelets is released during the clotting process
Possible reasons include the Washington State University patent holders not finding a pharmaceutical company willing to invest in development, the cancer biology concern with c-Met activation making development companies cautious, the preclinical effect sizes in rats not justifying the expense and risk of human trials, or other factors specific to drug development economics
The genetic test reveals predispositions in peptide and metabolic pathways relevant to cellular defense and recoveryincluding inflammatory markers and oxidative stress tolerancethat should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider
This has led some researchers to hypothesize that TB-500 may increase the growth of new cells and hasten the healing of tissue injuries while improving muscle flexibility
Any discussion of published studies summarises the scientific literature relating to the individual peptide components rather than the intended use of the combined formulation