Is Insulin like Growth Factor a new wonder drug?
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Research and Innovation - Year 2017, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
Insulin has been used since a long time to treat Diabetes Mellitus. Little is known about the potential new uses of insulin due to its structural similarities with Insulin Like Growth Factors (IGFs). This brief communication aims to throw light on the potential uses of this hormone and its future prospects.
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Shakti Goel
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