Product Description: Fibroblast Growth Factor 9 (FGF-9) is a mitogen and survival factor for nerve and mesenchymal cells. FGF-9 functions as an autocrine and paracrine factor to support the growth and survival of motor neurons and prostate tissue. FGF-9 expression in the gonad is also necessary for sex determination.This product is produced with no animal derived raw products. All processing and handling employs animal free equipment and animal free protocols.