peptide · also known as Mechano growth factor, IGF-1Ec
MGF
Mechano growth factor, a splice variant of IGF-1 expressed after mechanical load.
MGF · 2 mg · Lyophilised vial
peptide · also known as Mechano growth factor, IGF-1Ec
MGF
Mechano growth factor, a splice variant of IGF-1 expressed after mechanical load.
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What it is
MGF (IGF-1Ec) is a splice variant of the IGF-1 gene expressed in muscle in response to mechanical stress. The research peptide corresponds to the unique E-domain of the variant. The store currently uses the PEG-MGF render for this listing.
Where it has been studied
- Satellite cell activation in muscle models
- Mechanical loading and hypertrophy studies
- Neuroprotection models
Selected literature
- Biological activity of the e domain of the IGF-1Ec as addressed by synthetic peptidesVassilakos G et al. · Hormones (Athens), 2014 · PMID 24776619
- Insulinlike growth factor-1Ec (MGF) expression in eutopic and ectopic endometrium: characterization of the MGF E-peptide actions in vitroMilingos DS et al. · Mol Med, 2011 · PMID 20844834
PubMed records selected for relevance to the compound. They describe published research, not outcomes or uses.
Specifications
| Compound | MGF (Mechano growth factor, IGF-1Ec) |
|---|---|
| Type | Peptide |
| Selected presentation | 2 mg · Lyophilised vial |
| Form | Lyophilised powder in a sealed glass vial |
| Fill volume and concentration | Not applicable (lyophilised) |
| Label | CELVIVE wordmark, compound name, amount, "Purity: >99%", "For research use only" |
| Storage | -20 °C for long-term storage; 2 to 8 °C for under three months; away from light |
| Certificate of analysis | Not yet published online. Request for a batch |
| Research areas | Recovery & tissue research, Growth hormone axis |
| All presentations | 2 mg lyophilised vial · € 30.00 |
Handling
- Lyophilised peptides tolerate room temperature for several weeks in transit. Move to cold storage on receipt.
- Reconstituted vials are typically used within three to four weeks at 2 to 8 °C; stability varies by compound.
- Opened or unsealed vials cannot be returned. Transit damage must be documented within 24 hours.





