fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 gene

A gene that makes a protein called fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3). The FGFR3 protein is involved in cell division, cell maturation, formation of new blood vessels, wound healing, and bone growth, development, and maintenance. A mutation (change) in the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 gene may cause the FGFR3 protein to become over-active in certain bone disorders, genetic conditions, and cancers. Also called FGFR3 gene.