Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor Inhibits the Release of Oxygen Radicals by Human Granulocytes

Growth factors are important regulators of cell proliferation and differentiation. They are involved in the maintenance of tissue homeostasis and repair. Fibroblast growth factors (FGFs) have multiple biological activities and can stimulate a variety of processes such as mitogenesis, differentiation, Chemotaxis, and angiogenesis [1]. FGFs are the most potent angiogenic factors discovered so far and they have potential for enhancement of wound healing and tissue repair. The “FGF family” consists of six proteins which are characterized by their heparin-binding properties.