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keratinocyte growth factor

Meaning of keratinocyte growth factor: A natural substance that stimulates the growth of epithelial cells in the skin and in the lining of the mouth, stomach, and intestines.

Definition of keratinocyte growth factor

A natural substance that stimulates the growth of epithelial cells in the skin and in the lining of the mouth, stomach, and intestines. A form of keratinocyte growth factor made in the laboratory is called recombinant human keratinocyte growth factor. Also called KGF.

Also known as

KGF

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