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HGFA and HAI-1 proteins significantly increase from baseline to 24 hours post-exercise.
Increased levels of HGFA and HAI-1 may indicate enhanced muscle repair processes following exercise.
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HGFA protein increased significantly from PRE to T24 (P<0.05). HAI-1 protein increased significantly from PRE to T24 (P<0.05).
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The study design allows for clear measurement of protein 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
DOI 10.1002/mus.21146
cohort · n=8Cited 109×
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