Recombinant Neurotrophic Factor

**Semantic type:** Chemical Viewed Functionally

**Definition:** Recombinant form of endogenous neurotrophic factors, a family of polypeptide growth factors produced by peripheral target tissues as well as the nervous system. Neurotrophic factors are critical to neuronal growth, regeneration, survival, and differentiation. (NCI)

**Synonyms:** - Neurotrophic Factor - Recombinant Neurotrophins