IGF-1, or Insulin-like Growth Factor 1, is a hormone that plays a crucial role in growth and development. It is primarily produced in the liver, but also in other tissues throughout the body, in response to the release of growth hormone (GH) from the pituitary gland.
IGF-1 works by binding to specific receptors on target cells, triggering a cascade of signaling pathways that promote cell growth, proliferation, and differentiation. It exerts its effects on various tissues, including bones, muscles, and organs, to stimulate growth and development.
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