Definitions for "Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor"
a cytokine that stimulates proliferation, development, and function of white blood cells called granulocytes.
G-CSF. A colony-stimulating factor that stimulates the production of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell). It is a cytokine that belongs to the family of drugs called hematopoietic (blood-forming) agents. Also called filgrastim.
A naturally occurring hormone that stimulates the growth, production, and function of neutrophils.