PDGFD Antibody – Rabbit Polyclonal

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the platelet-derived growth factor family. The four members of this family are mitogenic factors for cells of mesenchymal origin and are characterized by a core motif of eight cysteines, seven of which are found in this factor. This gene product only forms homodimers and, therefore, does not dimerize with the other three family members. It differs from alpha and beta members of this family in having an unusual N-terminal domain, the CUB domain. Two splice variants have been identified for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

PDGFD: Growth factor that plays an essential role in the regulation of embryonic development, cell proliferation, cell migration, survival and chemotaxis. Potent mitogen for cells of mesenchymal origin. Plays an important role in wound healing. Induces macrophage recruitment, increased interstitial pressure, and blood vessel maturation during angiogenesis. Can initiate events that lead to a mesangial proliferative glomerulonephritis, including influx of monocytes and macrophages and production of extracellular matrix. Belongs to the PDGF/VEGF growth factor family. 2 isoforms of the human protein are produced by alternative splicing.

Protein type: Secreted; Secreted, signal peptide; Oncoprotein

Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 11q22.3

Cellular Component: Golgi membrane; endoplasmic reticulum lumen; extracellular region

Molecular Function: growth factor activity; platelet-derived growth factor receptor binding

Biological Process: multicellular organismal development; positive regulation of cell division; platelet-derived growth factor receptor signaling pathway; regulation of peptidyl-tyrosine phosphorylation