platelet-derived growth factor
- platelet-derived growth factor
platelet-derived growth factor n a mitogenic growth factor that is found esp.
in platelets,
consists of two polypeptide chains linked by bonds containing two sulfur atoms each,
stimulates cell proliferation (
as in connective tissue,
smooth muscle,
and glia),
and plays a role in wound healing abbr. PDGF
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a substance found in the alpha granules of platelets, capable of inducing proliferation of vascular endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells, fibroblasts, and glia cells; its action contributes to the repair of damaged vascular walls.
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platelet-derived growth factor — PDGF; see growth factor … The new mediacal dictionary
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platelet-derived growth factor — ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ ˌ ̷ ̷ noun : a mitogenic growth factor that is found especially in platelets, consists of two polypeptide chains linked by bonds containing two sulfur atoms each, stimulates cell proliferation (as in connective tissue, smooth… … Useful english dictionary
Platelet-derived Growth Factor — Plate|let de|rived Growth Fac|tor [ pleɪtlət dɪraɪft grəʊo fæktə[r]; engl. = Plättchenwachstumsfaktor], der; s: svw. ↑ PDGF … Universal-Lexikon
