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GtoPdb Ligand ID: 5055

Abbreviated name: SCF
Synonyms: c-Kit ligand
Immunopharmacology Ligand
Comment: SCF is the endogenous ligand for c-KIT (KIT) receptor tyrosine kinase.
Species: Human
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Immunopharmacology Comments
SCF binding to its receptor c-KIT is an essential regulator of mast cell development, proliferation, survival, homing and adhesion.