Description
Chemical & physical information
Peptide class: Synthetic neuropeptide (secretin/glucagon family analogue)
Molecular formula: C₁₄₇H₂₃₇N₄₃O₄₂S
Molecular weight: ~3326.8 g/mol
Amino acid sequence: 28-amino acid peptide
Form: Lyophilised solid
Typical purity: ≥95–99% (analytical method dependent)
Research context
VIP (vasoactive intestinal peptide) is a synthetic analogue of an endogenous neuropeptide, commonly investigated in laboratory settings for its role in neuroendocrine signalling and peptide-mediated communication across central and peripheral systems.
It is frequently utilised in experimental models examining receptor-mediated signalling pathways, particularly those involving VPAC receptor systems and peptide interactions within neural and peripheral regulatory networks.
This compound is commonly studied in research areas including:
- Neuropeptide signalling and receptor interaction dynamics
- Neuroendocrine system regulation models
- Peptide-mediated communication within central and peripheral pathways
- Structure–function relationships of secretin/glucagon family peptides
Its defined structure and receptor-binding profile provide a controlled framework for investigating peptide signalling behaviour within complex biological systems.
Quality & handling
- Supplied as a lyophilised solid for laboratory preparation
- Analytical purity verified using standard chromatographic techniques
- Suitable for controlled in vitro and pre-clinical research workflows
- Batch-specific documentation available
For research use only
