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growth factor

noun

Definition of GROWTH FACTOR

:  a substance (as a vitamin B12 or an interleukin) that promotes growth and especially cellular growth
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First Known Use of GROWTH FACTOR

1926
Medical Dictionary

growth factor

noun

Medical Definition of GROWTH FACTOR

:  a substance (as a vitamin B12 or an interleukin) that promotes growth and especially cellular growth

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