Abstract
Recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH) is used by some athletes and body builders with the aim of enhancing performance, building muscle and improving physique. Detection of the misuse of rhGH has proved difficult for a number of reasons. One of these is the effect of preceding exercise. In this randomised, double blind placebo-controlled study, we determined the effects of rhGH administration in male amateur athletes on two candidate markers of rhGH abuse, IGF-I and N-terminal pro-peptide of collagen type III (P-III-NP), following a bout of weightlifting exercise.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 76-80 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | GROWTH HORMONE AND IGF RESEARCH |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2013 |