Overview:
Kisspeptin is a naturally occurring peptide widely studied for its role in regulating reproductive and hormonal signaling pathways. In laboratory environments, it is primarily used to examine activation of the GPR54 receptor and its influence on upstream signaling cascades related to hormone release.
Scientific Background:
Research involving Kisspeptin typically focuses on its ability to initiate intracellular pathways—particularly those involving calcium signaling, ERK phosphorylation, and neuroendocrine communication models. Its interaction with GPR54 offers a consistent model for studying GnRH-related signaling and peptide–receptor kinetics in controlled in-vitro settings.
Why Researchers Study Kisspeptin:
Kisspeptin offers a valuable tool for understanding how peptide messengers coordinate reproductive axis signaling at the cellular level. Its predictable activity in laboratory systems makes it useful for mapping receptor activation patterns, endocrine feedback loops, and neuropeptide signaling pathways.
For Laboratory Research Use Only. Not for Human Consumption.
 
 
 
Specs
Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
Form: Lyophilized powder (vials)
Solubility: Sterile Water / Bacteriostatic Water / DMSO (depending on protocol)
Molecular Weight (approx.): ~190 Da
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline/lyophilized powder
Lab Notes
Storage (dry): −20 °C long-term, protected from light and humidity
After reconstitution: 2–8 °C (refrigerated); use within standard lab stability window
Handling: Maintain aseptic conditions; aliquot to minimize freeze–thaw cycles
Reconstitution: Dissolve in bacteriostatic water or sterile solution under sterile technique
Compliance
🔬 For laboratory research only. Not for human consumption, clinical use, or veterinary use.