Which blood component is responsible for the regulation of angiogenesis, the process of forming new blood vessels?

A Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF)
B Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) ✓
C Fibrinogen
D Thrombospondin

Explanation

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is a key regulator of angiogenesis, promoting the proliferation and migration of endothelial cells and the formation of new blood vessels.

Source

Alberts et al. Molecular Biology of the Cell
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