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anti-GFRAL monoclonal antibody NGM120

A long-acting monoclonal antibody directed against glial-cell-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) family receptor alpha-like (GFRAL), with potential anti-anorexia and anti-cachexia activities. Upon administration, NGM120 targets, binds to and blocks GFRAL. This prevents binding of growth differentiation factor 15 (GDF15; MIC-1) to its receptor GFRAL and prevents GDF15/GFRAL-mediated signaling. This may abrogate loss of appetite and uncontrolled weight loss associated with high serum levels of GDF15. GDF15, a stress response cytokine and divergent member of the TGF-beta superfamily, plays a key role in the regulation of body weight through central mechanisms. High GDF15 plasma levels, as seen in individuals with advanced cancers, are associated with loss of body mass.
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Synonym:GFRAL antagonistic monoclonal antibody NGM120
Code name:NGM 120
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