Peripheral Blood Levels of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor in Patients with First Episode Psychosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Background: Peripheral blood level of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) may be used as a diagnostic and/or prognostic marker for schizophrenia. Previous studies were inconsistent. A systematic review was conducted to examine whether BDNF level is different in patients with first episode psych...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-03-01
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Series: | Brain Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3425/12/4/414 |