FGF21
LOCUS ID26291
GENE_SYMBOLFGF21
GENE NAMEfibroblast growth factor 21
SYNONYMNS
CHROMOSOME19
HOMOLOGENE ID10428
SOURCEHUMAN
PMIDs25625802
GENE SUMMARY
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the fibroblast growth factor (FGF) family. FGF family members possess broad mitogenic and cell survival activities and are involved in a variety of biological processes including embryonic development, cell growth, morphogenesis, tissue repair, tumor growth and invasion. The function of this growth factor has not yet been determined. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

OBSERVATION
1. Elevated serum FGF21 levels may be a useful biomarker for predicting kidney disease progression especially in early stages of diabetic nephropathy.