Growth differentiation factor-9
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Growth/differentiation factor 9 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the GDF9 gene.[5][6]
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Growth factors synthesized by ovarian somatic cells directly affect oocyte growth and function. Growth differentiation factor-9 (GDF9) is expressed in oocytes and is thought to be required for ovarian folliculogenesis. GDF9 is a member of the transforming growth factor-beta (TGFβ) superfamily.[6]