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neuronal sprouting

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neuronal sprouting,
the growth of axons or dendrites from a damaged neuron or from an intact neuron that projects to an area denervated by damage to other neurons.


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Evidence suggests that NTP is "involved in neuronal sprouting, apoptosis, and cell death," and "is a marker for Alzheimer's disease," according to the manufacturer.
Pre-clinical studies have demonstrated that Neotrofin is neuroprotective, induces neuronal sprouting and causes the proliferation of stem cells.
The cells produce AD7C-NTP, subsequently start the process of neuronal sprouting, going through a degenerative process, and then finally die by apoptosis.
 
 
 
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