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

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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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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