GROWTH FACTORS Flashcards by Nicholas de Guzman | Brainscape

Q

what are the GFs involved in ECM deposition and scar formation?

A

TGF-B
platelet derived growth factor
cytokines

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name this growth factor?

stimulates production of collage, fibronectin, proteoglycans and inhibits collagen degradation

decreases proteinase activity
increases activity of TIMPS (tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases)

A

TGF-B

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name this growth factor?

causes migration and proliferation of fibroblasts and smooth muscle cells

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platelet derived growth factor (PDGF)

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