Transforming Growth Factor

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Transforming Growth Factor Definition

Transforming Growth Factors are a family of extracellular signaling peptides involved in cell growth stimulation. Found in hematopoietic tissue, various TGF-beta subtypes stimulate wound healing and may inhibit lymphopoiesis and myelopoiesis. TGF-alpha binds to EGFR and stimulates endothelial cell growth.

Transforming Growth Factor Synonyms

Transforming Growth Factor, TGF, Tumor Growth Factors

Terms in Transforming Growth Factor category

Transforming Growth Factor-Beta
Transforming Growth Factor Alpha