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Neurotrophin-3 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the NTF3 gene.The protein encoded by this gene NT-3 is a neurotrophic factor in the NGF (Nerve Growth Factor) family of neurotrophins. It is a protein growth factor which has activity on certain neurons of the peripheral and central nervous system; it helps to support the survival and differentiation of existing neurons and encourages the growth and differentiation of new neurons and synapses.