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nerve growth factor
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nerve growth factor
n. Abbr. NGF
A protein that stimulates the growth of sympathetic and sensory nerve cells.
nerve growth factor
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) a polypeptide produced by neurones and their supporting tissues as well as some other tissues that stimulate the growth of neurones
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) any of various related polypeptides that promote the growth of neurones Abbreviation NGF
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Noun1.nerve growth factor - a protein that is involved in the growth of peripheral nerve cells
NGF
growth factor - a protein that is involved in cell differentiation and growth
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