Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) is a protein that stimulates cell growth, proliferation, and differentiation by binding to its receptor, EGFR (Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor). It is a crucial component in normal cellular processes, but it can also play a significant role in oncogenesis when dysregulated. EGF and its receptor are part of the larger family of growth factors and receptors that are essential for cellular communication and tissue maintenance.
