Term Name: | neurotrophin production |
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Definition: | The appearance of a neurotrophin due to biosynthesis or secretion by cells in a neuron's target field, resulting in an increase in its intracellular or extracellular levels. A neurotrophin is any of a family of growth factors that prevent apoptosis in neurons and promote nerve growth. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0032898] QuickGO AmiGO |