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GlossaryPlatelet-Derived Growth Factor AA (PDGF-AA)

stimulates cell growth and tissue repair, including hair follicles

Platelet-Derived Growth Factor AA (PDGF-AA) is a protein that plays a crucial role in cell growth, healing, and development. It is one of the isoforms of PDGF, which are important for stimulating the proliferation and differentiation of cells, particularly in the context of wound healing and tissue repair. In the realm of hair biology, PDGF-AA can influence hair follicle development and regeneration, making it a potential target for treatments related to hair loss and alopecia.

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research Hair, Cutaneous Homeostasis, and Stem Cell Functions

January 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Proteins like aPKC and PDGF-AA, substances like adenosine and ATP, and adipose-derived stem cells all play important roles in hair growth and health, and could potentially be used to treat hair loss and skin conditions.

research Quercitrin Stimulates Hair Growth with Enhanced Expression of Growth Factors via Activation of MAPK/CREB Signaling Pathway

25 citations, September 2020 in “Molecules”

Quercitrin may help treat hair loss by promoting hair growth and improving cell health.

research Hair Growth Promoting Effect of Houttuynia Cordata Extract in Cultured Human Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

16 citations, October 2019 in “Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin”

Houttuynia cordata extract may help hair grow by improving cell survival and increasing cell growth.

HaCaT-Conditioned Medium Supplemented with Small Molecule Inhibitors SB431542 and CHIR99021 and Growth Factor PDGF-AA Prevents the Dedifferentiation of Dermal Papilla Cells In Vitro

research HaCaT-Conditioned Medium Supplemented with Small Molecule Inhibitors SB431542 and CHIR99021 and Growth Factor PDGF-AA Prevents the Dedifferentiation of Dermal Papilla Cells In Vitro

7 citations, March 2021 in “Molecular Medicine Reports”

A mix of specific inhibitors and a growth factor helps keep hair growth cells from losing their properties in the lab.

research Optimal Stimulation Toward the Dermal Papilla Lineage Can Be Promoted by Combined Use of Osteogenic and Adipogenic Inducers

2 citations, December 2019 in “FEBS open bio”

Combining specific inducers helps dermal papilla cells regain hair-forming ability.

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