Cntf
Function
CNTF is a survival factor for various neuronal cell types. Seems to prevent the degeneration of motor axons after axotomy.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the CNTF family.
Tissue Specificity
Nervous system.
Cellular localization
- Cytoplasm
Alternative names
Ciliary neurotrophic factor, CNTF, Cntf