Quality Segment
assay
≥95% (HPLC)
form
solid
manufacturer/tradename
Calbiochem®
storage condition
OK to freeze, desiccated (hygroscopic)
color
white
solubility
water: 1 mg/mL
storage temp.
2-8°C
General description
The 28-amino acid n-octanoylated (at ser3) natural peptidyl ligand for the growth hormone secretagogue receptor 1a (GHSR1a). Ghrelin is secreted predominantly in the stomach and stimulates growth hormone release from the pituitary gland. Rat and mouse ghrelin differ from that of human (Cat. No. 494126) by only two amino acids.
Physical form
Supplied as a trifluoroacetate salt.
Preparation Note
Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 3 months at -20°C.
Other Notes
H-Gly-Ser-Ser(Octanoyl)-Phe-Leu-Ser-Pro-Glu-His-Gln-Lys-Ala-Gln-Gln-Arg-Lys-Glu-Ser-Lys-Lys-Pro-Pro-Ala-Lys-Leu-Gln-Pro-Arg-OH
Ukkola, O. 2009. Curr. Protein Pept. Sci.10, 2.
Kojima, M., et al. 1999. Nature402, 656.
Kojima, M., et al. 1999. Nature402, 656.
Legal Information
CALBIOCHEM is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Disclaimer
Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)