HealthAugust 7, 2026

myostatin

MY-oh-stay-tin

Definition

A protein produced and released by myocytes that inhibits muscle cell growth and differentiation.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'mys' (muscle) and 'stasis' (a standing or stopping), referencing the protein's role in restraining muscle tissue development.

In the news

Myostatin is identified in the article as one of the signaling molecules, or 'exerkines,' secreted by skeletal muscle during physical exercise that helps facilitate muscle–brain crosstalk.

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