Research profile · Hormones & Special
HGH - 191 AA
Recombinant human growth hormone (somatropin)
Available as: 6IU, 12IU, 24IU, 36IU
Overview
The 191-amino-acid, 22 kDa form of human growth hormone, produced by recombinant DNA technology.
Mechanism
Activates the GH receptor and JAK2/STAT5 signalling, stimulating IGF-1 production in the liver, protein synthesis, lipolysis and growth.
Research highlights
- Approved for growth hormone deficiency, Turner syndrome and other growth disorders.
Compound data
- Length
- 191 amino acids
- Molecular weight
- ≈ 22 kDa