Activin

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000195",
  "term": "Activin",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A protein dimer belonging to the transforming growth factor-beta superfamily that regulates a multitude of cellular processes, including cell proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis. It is composed of two inhibin beta subunits and functions by stimulating the synthesis and secretion of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the pituitary gland. Beyond its endocrine functions in reproduction, activin is involved in processes such as neuronal development, wound healing, and hematopoiesis.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "growth factor",
    "follicle-stimulating hormone",
    "hematopoiesis",
    "mesenchyme",
    "mesoderm",
    "neuron"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 716 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/activin/"
}