β-Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), human
β-Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (MSH), human, a 22-residue peptide, acts as an endogenous melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4-R) agonist[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
[17908-57-5]
Product Name Alternative
Beta-MSH (1-22) (human)
UNSPSC
12352209
Target
Melanocortin Receptor
Type
Peptides
Related Pathways
GPCR/G Protein; Neuronal Signaling
Applications
Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism
Field of Research
Metabolic Disease; Neurological Disease; Endocrinology
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/_beta_-Melanocyte_Stimulating_Hormone__MSH_,_human.html
Purity
99.80
Solubility
H2O : ≥ 100 mg/mL
Smiles
Molecular Formula
C118H174N34O35S
Molecular Weight
2660.92
References & Citations
[1]Harrold JA, et al. beta-MSH: a functional ligand that regulated energy homeostasis via hypothalamic MC4-R? Peptides. 2003 Mar;24 (3) :397-405.
Shipping Conditions
Blue Ice
Storage Conditions
-80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year (Powder, sealed storage, away from moisture)
Scientific Category
Peptides
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
Isoform
MC4R
Available Sizes
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