BMP8B
Function
Induces cartilage and bone formation. May be the osteoinductive factor responsible for the phenomenon of epithelial osteogenesis. Plays a role in calcium regulation and bone homeostasis (By similarity).
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the TGF-beta family.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
BMP8, BMP8B, Bone morphogenetic protein 8B, BMP-8, BMP-8B, Osteogenic protein 2, OP-2