What is Platelet Derived Growth Factor Receptor (PDGFR)?
The Platelet Derived Growth Factor Receptor (PDGFR) is a cell surface tyrosine kinase receptor for members of the platelet-derived growth factor family. These receptors are critical for various cellular processes including growth, survival, and differentiation. There are two main types of PDGFR: PDGFR-alpha and PDGFR-beta, each binding to specific ligands and having distinct biological roles.