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IGF-1

Also called insulin-like growth factor 1

IGF-1 (insulin-like growth factor 1) is a hormone produced largely in the liver in response to growth hormone. It mediates many of GH’s anabolic effects and is a common downstream endpoint in GH-axis research.

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Research use only. This definition is an educational reference, not medical advice or dosing guidance.