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Activins

Medical Definition: Activins are produced in the pituitary, gonads, and other tissues. By acting locally, they stimulate pituitary FSH secretion and have diverse effects on cell differentiation and embryonic development. Activins are glycoproteins that are hetero- or homodimers of INHIBIN-BETA SUBUNITS.
CAS Number: 104625-48-1
Previously Indexed: Inhibin (1986-2001)
Activins Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Inhibin-beta Subunits - They are glycopeptides and subunits in INHIBINS and ACTIVINS. Inhibins and activins belong to the transforming growth factor beta superfamily.

Activins Medical Definitions and Terms

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