Epidermal growth factor (EGF)

表皮生长因子

英文解释

Epidermal growth factor (EGF) is a conventional mitogenic factor that stimulates the proliferation of various types of cells including epithelial cells and fibroblasts. EGF binds to and activates the EGF receptor (EGFR), which initiates intracellular signalling and subsequent effects.

中文解释

表皮生长因子 (EGF) 是一种传统的有丝分裂因子，它能刺激包括上皮细胞和成纤维细胞在内的各种细胞的增殖。EGF 结合并激活 EGF 受体 (EGFR)，启动细胞内信号传递和后续作用。

参考文献

[1]. Yamada M, et al. The neurotrophic action and signalling of epidermal growth factor. Prog Neurobiol. 1997 Jan;51(1):19-37.