Description
Overview
Human Growth Hormone (HGH / Somatropin) is the 191-amino acid recombinant form of endogenous pituitary-derived growth hormone. It stimulates IGF-1 production in the liver, drives protein synthesis, lipolysis, and cell regeneration throughout the body. Genuine 191aa HGH is chemically identical to pituitary HGH, distinguishing it from 192aa variants (which carry an extra methionine residue and can provoke antibody formation). Clinical applications include GH deficiency, muscle-wasting conditions, and short stature syndromes. In research and performance contexts, HGH is used for body recomposition, accelerated recovery, skin rejuvenation, and longevity. Requires proper cold-chain handling, heat degrades activity rapidly.
Structure & Chemistry
- Molecular formula: C₉₉₀H₁₅₂₈N₂₆₂O₃₀₀S₇
- Category: HORMONE / ANABOLIC / ANTI-AGING
- Molecular size: ~22 kDa (191 amino acid protein hormone)
Regulatory & Research Status
- FEDERAL LAW: Distribution of HGH for any use other than FDA-approved indications is a federal crime under 21 USC §333(e), punishable as a felony. FDA-approved indications: pediatric GHD, adult GHD, Turner syndrome, Prader-Willi, HIV wasting, short bowel syndrome, SHOX deficiency. Off-label distribution is criminal, not merely regulatory.
- WADA: Prohibited S2 (Peptide Hormones), specific blood and urine detection test exists (isoform assay + biomarkers). Most other peptides have no validated detection test; HGH does.
- Evidence tier: Extensive clinical data for FDA-approved indications. Body recomposition/anti-aging use in healthy adults has evidence but is legally off-label and carries federal distribution risk.
Specifications
| Presentation | 24mg single vial |
|---|---|
| Purity | >99% by HPLC |
| Form | Lyophilized powder (reconstitute with bacteriostatic water for laboratory use) |
| Category | HORMONE / ANABOLIC / ANTI-AGING |

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