Description
Heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor (HB-EGF), also called Diphtheria toxin receptor (DT-R), is a member of the EGF family of proteins that in humans is encoded by the HBEGF gene. Enables growth factor activity and heparin binding activity. Involved in several processes, including epidermal growth factor receptor signaling pathway; positive regulation of protein kinase B signaling; and positive regulation of wound healing. Located in cell surface and extracellular space. Implicated in glomerulosclerosis and perinatal necrotizing enterocolitis