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Muscle Protein Synthesis Regulation

Meaning

Muscle Protein Synthesis Regulation refers to the precise biological control over the process by which muscle cells generate new proteins, essential for muscle repair, growth (hypertrophy), and maintenance of lean body mass. This regulation involves a delicate balance between anabolic signals that promote synthesis and catabolic signals that drive protein breakdown. Effective regulation is critical for combating sarcopenia, improving metabolic health, and maintaining physical function across the lifespan.