ALL meanings of growth factor
growth fac·tor
G g - noun growth factor any of various proteins that promote the growth, organization, and maintenance of cells and tissues. 1
- noun growth factor any of several substances present in serum that induce growth of cells. Excessive amounts of growth factor may be associated with the production of cancer cells 0
- noun growth factor any genetic, hormonal, or nutritional factor whose absence prevents normal growth of an organism 0
- noun growth factor A naturally-occurring substance capable of stimulating cellular growth, proliferation, and cellular differentiation. 0