Medical

bone morphogenetic protein-5

A protein encoded by BMP5 on chromosome 6p12.1, which induces cartilage and bone formation. It is thought to act as a key signalling molecule within the trabecular meshwork of the eye and optic nerve head, and may play a role in the pathogenesis of glaucoma.

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ameloblastin
BMP
BMP10
BMP15
BMP3
BMP4
BMP5
BMP6
BMP7
BMP8A
BMP8B
BMPR1A
BMPR1B
BMPR2
BMPRIA
BMPRIB
bone grafting
bone morphogenetic protein
bone morphogenetic protein 8a

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