PDGF

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Definition[edit | edit source]

A family of molecules called platelet derived growth factor are released from platelets.

What are platelets?[edit | edit source]

Platelets are tiny pieces of cells that are found in the blood and that help the blood clot.

Function of PDGF[edit | edit source]

Forms of PDGF help to heal wounds and to repair damage to blood vessel walls. They also help blood vessels grow.

Other names[edit | edit source]

Also called platelet-derived growth factor.

Genetics of PDGF[edit | edit source]

Human genes encoding proteins that belong to the platelet-derived growth factor family include:

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PDGF on Wikipedia[edit source]

Wikipedia's article on PDGF
platelet-derived+growth+factor at the US National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

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