Growth factors are local regulators that ________.
A) are produced by the anterior pituitary
B) are modified fatty acids that stimulate bone and cartilage growth
C) are found on the surface of cancer cells and stimulate abnormal cell division
D) bind to cell-surface receptors and stimulate growth and development of target cells

Question

Growth factors are local regulators that ________.
A) are produced by the anterior pituitary
B) are modified fatty acids that stimulate bone and cartilage growth
C) are found on the surface of cancer cells and stimulate ­abnormal cell division
D) bind to cell-surface receptors and stimulate growth and ­development of target cells

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Growth factors are indeed known for binding to cell-surface receptors, through which they stimulate growth and development in target cells. They play a crucial role in various cellular processes, including proliferation, differentiation, and healing.

Growth Factors Are Local Regulators That ________