Transforming Growth Factor-beta
Also known as: TGF-beta; TGF-b
Description
Transforming Growth Factor-beta is one of the two forms of Transforming Growth Factor. TGF-beta is normally produced by Bone Cells (Osteocytes), Chondrocytes and Platelets but can also be manufactured by many other types of Cells.
Health Benefits of TGF-beta
Musculoskeletal System
Increased TGF-beta levels may be useful for treating Osteoarthritis(due to its ability to suppress the production/activity of the Collagenase enzyme in Chondrocytes). [1]
Nervous System
Increased TGF-beta levels may be useful for treatingAlzheimer's Disease(TGF-beta stimulates Microglia to clear Amyloid-Beta Protein (a compound strongly implicated in Alzheimer’s Disease) from the Brain. [2]
TGF-beta stimulates Microglia to clear Amyloid-Beta Protein from the Brain. [3]
Skin
TGF-beta facilitates the healing of Wounds (and exogenous TGF-beta applied topically may accelerate the healing of Wounds). [4]
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