Research
IGF-1
Definition
Insulin-like Growth Factor 1, a hormone similar in structure to insulin that mediates many of growth hormone's effects.
Why It Matters
IGF-1 levels are a key biomarker for measuring the downstream effects of growth hormone-releasing peptides.
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