Oxytocin
Oxytocin (Syntocinon) is a hypothalamic peptide hormone that acts on the oxytocin receptor to induce uterine contractions during labor and stimulate milk ejection. It is widely used in research on parturition, lactation, and social bonding, employing both in vitro receptor studies and in vivo behavioral models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
50-56-6
Product Name Alternative
Syntocinon, α-Hypophamine, alpha-Hypophamine, a-Hypophamine, Oxytocic hormone, Oxytocin, Oxytocin (Syntocinon), Oxytocin Receptor, OxytocinReceptor
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
98.05% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
Ethanol:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) ; DMSO:100 mg/mL (99.29 mM)
Smiles
Molecular Formula
C43H66N12O12S2
Molecular Weight
1007.19
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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