
Growth factor
IGF-1 LR3
IGF-1 LR3 is a recombinant analog of insulin-like growth factor 1, with a 13-amino-acid extension at the N-terminus and an arginine substitution at position 3. In research literature, it binds to the IGF-1 receptor and has reduced affinity for IGF-binding proteins. It has been investigated in models of mitogenic signaling in in vitro studies.
$613 MXN / unit
Mass: 0.1 mg
Currently out of stock · SKU IGF-01
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Shipping termsResearch context & mechanism
The IGF-1 receptor is a receptor tyrosine kinase that activates PI3K-Akt and MAPK pathways in cellular models. The substitution at position 3 reduces sequestration by IGFBPs in in vitro studies.
Technical specifications
Reference specifications describe the material. They do not replace the analytical results for a specific batch.
- Chemical name
- Recombinant IGF-1 analog with an N-terminal extension and an Arg3 substitution
- Sequence
- Not available
- Molecular formula
- Not available
- Molecular weight
- 9111 Da (approximate)
- CAS number
- Not available
- Form
- Lyophilized powder
- Appearance
- White to off-white solid
- Purity specification
- Declared in the batch certificate
- Identity
- Declared in the batch certificate
- Solubility
- Soluble in sterile water and bacteriostatic water
- Storage
- −20 °C, protected from light; avoid freeze-thaw cycles
- Stability after reconstitution
- Keep refrigerated at 2–8 °C and use within the period defined by the laboratory protocol
Batch documentation
Review documentation for the product and variant you are purchasing. A reference specification, a research publication and an individual batch certificate are different sources. Certificate results are accessed with your order details; if documentation is available on request, contact support before relying on it.
Consult batch certificates How to read documentationLaboratory handling
- Reconstitution
- Laboratory procedure: allow the closed vial to reach room temperature, disinfect the septum and slowly transfer the diluent against the inner wall of the vial. Do not shake; gently swirl the vial until fully dissolved. Record the volume, diluent and date in the batch log.
- Storage
- Sealed vial of lyophilized material: store at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles of reconstituted material; aliquot when the experimental design permits.
- Protective equipment
- Handle in a clean work area with a lab coat, nitrile gloves and eye protection. Dispose of vials, tips and sharps according to the laboratory waste procedure.
Research references
- In vivo actions of IGF analogues with poor affinities for IGFBPs: metabolic and growth effects in pigs of different ages and GH responsiveness.
Prog Growth Factor Res · 1995 · PMID 8817682
- Superior potency of infused IGF-I analogues which bind poorly to IGF-binding proteins is maintained when administered by injection.
J Endocrinol · 1996 · PMID 8708565
- Detection of His-tagged Long-R³-IGF-I in a black market product.
Growth Horm IGF Res · 2010 · PMID 20675162
- IGF-1 LR3 does not promote growth in late-gestation growth-restricted fetal sheep.
Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab · 2025 · PMID 39679943
- Production and characterization of recombinant insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) and potent analogues of IGF-I, with Gly or Arg substituted for Glu3, following their expression in Escherichia coli as fusion proteins.
J Mol Endocrinol · 1992 · PMID 1311930
- Novel recombinant fusion protein analogues of insulin-like growth factor (IGF)-I indicate the relative importance of IGF-binding protein and receptor binding for enhanced biological potency.
J Mol Endocrinol · 1992 · PMID 1378742
Frequently asked questions
How is IGF-1 LR3 supplied?
IGF-1 LR3 is supplied in a sealed vial containing the quantity indicated for the selected variant, with its batch identifier printed on the label.
How is IGF-1 LR3 stored in the laboratory?
Store the closed vial at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture. See the laboratory handling section of this page for the complete procedure.
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