MGF (Mechano Growth Factor): 2mg
Muscle developmentDescription
Mgf (mechano growth factor) is an alternative splice variant of the igf-1 gene, produced locally in skeletal muscle in response to mechanical stress and microtrauma such as resistance training. unlike systemic igf-1 which circulates throughout the body, mgf acts as a local first-responder — its mrna expression peaks within 2-3 hours after heavy resistance exercise and is blunted significantly with aging, which is why muscle recovery slows as we get older. its primary mechanism is satellite cell activation: mgf signals quiescent muscle stem cells to proliferate and begin the repair cascade, supplying more building blocks for subsequent tissue rebuilding. secondary mechanisms include activation of the mapk-erk1/2 pathway promoting osteoblast proliferation, cardioprotection via anti-apoptotic signaling, and chondrocyte protection against mechanical overload-induced cell death. native mgf has a half-life of only 5-7 minutes, limiting practical application. note: mgf is referenced in the 3x and 4x blend formulations on this site. this standalone entry covers the unmodified research peptide. for extended half-life, see peg-mgf. for research and educational purposes only.
Specifications
| Amount in Vial | 2mg |
|---|---|
| BAC Water | 2ml |
| Amount per Unit | 0.01mg per unit |
| Recommended Dose | 100mcg to 200mcg (10 to 20 units) |
| Frequency | Daily (inject post-workout into target muscle) |
| Injection Type | Intramuscular |
| Timing | Immediately post-training into the worked muscle group. Works synergistically with IGF1-LR3. |
Dose Calculator
Based on 0.01mg per unit (100-unit insulin syringe)
Quick Reference
Reconstitution
Vial size: 2mg
Add BAC water: 2ml
Concentration: 0.01mg per unit
For research and educational use only.
This page provides research dosing information only. Not intended as medical advice. Consult a qualified professional before any use.