Fgf9
Function
Plays an important role in the regulation of embryonic development, cell proliferation, cell differentiation and cell migration. May have a role in glial cell growth and differentiation during development, gliosis during repair and regeneration of brain tissue after damage, differentiation and survival of neuronal cells, and growth stimulation of glial tumors.
Post-translational modifications
N-glycosylated.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the heparin-binding growth factors family.
Tissue Specificity
Brain and kidney.
Cellular localization
- Secreted
Alternative names
Fgf-9, Fgf9, Fibroblast growth factor 9, FGF-9, Glia-activating factor, HBGF-9, GAF