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Growth HormoneResearch peptide

MGF (Mechano Growth Factor)

MGF is a splice variant of IGF-1 (IGF-1Ec) expressed locally in muscle following mechanical overload. Research has focused on its role in activating muscle satellite cells and supporting localized tissue repair.

Also known as: IGF-1Ec, Mechano Growth Factor

Technical information

Molecular weight

~2867 g/mol

Half-life

~5-7 minutes (native)

Sequence

24-amino acid IGF-1Ec E-domain peptide

Common research doses

200-400 mcg post-training (research protocols)

Research areas

Satellite cell activationMuscle repairIGF-1 splice variantLocal hypertrophy

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