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Research profile
IGF-1 DES(Des(1-3) IGF-1)
IGF-1 DES(Des(1-3) IGF-1) is indexed as a Truncated IGF-1 analog research entry. Its current evidence category is (Des(1-3) IGF-1), and published discussion commonly places it within Growth Hormone. This profile summarizes identifiers and literature signals; it does not provide treatment or dosing advice.
Identity
Molecular Data
- Molecular weight
- ~7,000 Da
- Chain length
- 67 amino acids
- Type
- Truncated IGF-1 analog
- Reported half-life
- 20-30 minutes
Literature map
Research indications
Muscle Growth
- Localized Hypertrophymost effective
- Hyperplasiaeffective
- Recoveryeffective
Tissue Repair
- Local Tissue Repairmoderate
Evidence-gated guidance
Dosing Protocols
No established human dosing protocol is recognized for this research entry. Animal, laboratory, community, or vendor regimens must not be converted into personal dosing instructions.
- Dose
- Not established on this profile
- Frequency
- Not established on this profile
- Cycle
- Not established on this profile
- Storage
- Follow the exact supplier or authorized product documentation; requirements vary by formulation
Combination risks
Interactions
Evidence status
No independently verified interaction table is available here for IGF-1 DES(Des(1-3) IGF-1). Interaction risk depends on identity, formulation, medicines, supplements, and health conditions.
Do not infer compatibility
Being listed beside another compound does not mean that combining them is safe or effective.
Evidence-informed overview
What to Expect
Evidence boundary
Research indications describe topics studied in the literature; they do not predict an individual outcome.
Clinical monitoring
Where an authorized medicinal use exists, expectations and monitoring should come from the current product label and treating clinician.
Risk overview
Side Effects & Safety
The safety profile of IGF-1 DES(Des(1-3) IGF-1) cannot be inferred from category or molecular identity alone. Research-only materials are not medicines and should not be used in humans.
Verification
Quality Checklist
- Confirm exact chemical identity, sequence, salt form, and concentration.
- Require a batch-specific certificate of analysis with named test methods and results.
- Check manufacturer, lot, expiry, tamper evidence, and documented chain of custody.
- For laboratory work requiring sterility, verify sterility and endotoxin testing separately from purity.
Clear answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IGF-1 DES(Des(1-3) IGF-1) approved for personal use?
This catalogue does not identify an authorized personal-use indication. Treat it as research information unless a current local regulator says otherwise.
Why is no dose listed?
A dose is shown only when it has been checked against a current authoritative prescribing label. Speculative or community regimens are intentionally excluded.
Do research indications prove effectiveness?
No. They organize literature topics and evidence signals; they are not treatment recommendations or guarantees.
Source trail
References
- The isolation and characterization of a naturally occurring truncated form of IGF-I in human brainSara VR, Carlsson-Skwirut C, Andersson C, Hall E, Sjogren B, Holmgren A, Jornvall H · Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications · 1986
- Des(1-3)IGF-I: A truncated form of insulin-like growth factor-I that has greatly enhanced activity in promoting growthFrancis GL, Ross M, Ballard FJ, Milner SJ, Senn C, McNeil KA, Wallace JC, King R, Wells JR · Journal of Molecular Endocrinology · 1992
- Insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) and especially IGF-I variants are anabolic in dexamethasone-treated ratsTomas FM, Knowles SE, Owens PC, Chandler CS, Francis GL, Read LC, Ballard FJ · Biochemical Journal · 1992
- Circulating Insulin-like Growth Factor-I Concentrations and Risk of 30 Cancers: Prospective Analyses in UK BiobankMurphy N, Knuppel A, Papadimitriou N, Martin RM, Tsilidis KK, Brennan P et al. · Cancer Research · 2020