VIP

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