Research
Hormonal
HGF protein significantly increases in serum from baseline to 4 hours post-exercise.
Monitoring HGF levels may provide insights into muscle recovery following exercise.
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HGF protein increased significantly in serum from baseline (PRE) to T4 (P<0.05).
Why this rating
The study design allows for clear measurement of serum HGF levels.
Source
Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) and the satellite cell response following muscle lengthening contractions in humans
Ciara E. O’Reilly et al. · Muscle & Nerve · 2008
cohort · n=8Cited 109×
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