Term: epidermal growth factor Pronunciation: (eh-pih-DER-mul grothe FAK-ter) May 24, 2024April 16, 2026 Description: A protein made by many cells in the body and by some types of tumors. It causes cells to grow and differentiate (become more specialized). It is a type of growth factor and a type of cytokine. Also called EGF. Related Posts:Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Tyrosine Kinase…Treatment of Advanced Non–Small-Cell Lung Cancer…Molecular Testing for Selection of Patients with…MYELOID GROWTH FACTORSSOMATULINE® - Tumor Growth Rate (TGR) a Better…FDA Approves AndexXa®, The First Antidote for Factor…