Table 1.
GDF-15 Synonyms
| Abbreviation | Name | Action Leading to Identification | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDF-15 | Growth differentiation factor 15 | Cloning of novel TGF-β family members from a human placental cDNA library | (6, 7) |
| NAG-1 | Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug–activated gene | Regulation by cyclooxygenase inhibitors | (8) |
| MIC-1 | Macrophage inhibitory cytokine-1 | Upregulation in stimulated macrophages | (5, 9) |
| Prostate-derived factor | Homology to bone morphogenetic proteins | (10) | |
| PLAB | Placental bone morphogenetic protein | Inhibition of hematopoietic progenitor proliferation | (11) |
| PTGFB | Placental transforming growth factor-β | High expression in placenta | (12) |
Definition of abbreviation: TGF-β = transforming growth factor-β.