growth factor
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growth factor
n.
A substance that affects the growth of a cell or an organism.
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growth factor
n
(Biochemistry) any of several substances present in serum that induce growth of cells. Excessive amounts of growth factor may be associated with the production of cancer cells
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growth′ fac`tor
n.
any of various proteins that promote the growth, organization, and maintenance of cells and tissues.
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Noun | 1. | growth factor - a protein that is involved in cell differentiation and growth protein - any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes; "a diet high in protein" nerve growth factor, NGF - a protein that is involved in the growth of peripheral nerve cells |
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