What is insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1)?
insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a type of endocrine hormone similar in molecular structure to insulin which plays an inportant role in childhood growth, and has anabolic effects in adults. (1)
Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a type of protein that in humans is encoded by the IFG1 gene. (1)
Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is also known as somatomedin C. (1)
What does insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) do?
What does Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) contain?
consists of 70 amino acids in a single chain with three intramolecular disulfide bridges. (1)
Where is Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) produced?
primarily produced by the liver (1)
What increased IGF-1 levels in humans?
Protein intake increases IGF-1 level in humans. (1)
Resources
1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Insulin-like_growth_factor_1
