Gene_Product_Has_Biochemical_Function
Gene_Product_Plays_Role_In_Biological_Process
Intercellular Communication Process
Protein Secretion
Growth Factor
Activin
Activin
Activin
Activin
Activin A is a homodimer of inhibin beta A chain. Activin B is a homodimer of inhibin beta B chain. Activin AB is a heterodimer of beta A and beta B.
Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
C0050668
C20456
Disulfide-linked homo- and heterodimeric growth factors (Activin A, Activin B, Activin AB) of the TGF Family with effects on a range of cell types in addition to promoting FSH release in gonadal sites, depending on subunit composition. Composed of Beta-A and Beta-B subunits.
Hormone
Protein or Riboprotein Complex