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Oxytocin 10mg
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Neuroendocrine Research Peptide
Oxytocin 10mg Research Peptide
Oxytocin 10mg is a research peptide supplied for laboratory investigation of oxytocin receptor signaling, neuroendocrine communication and peptide-mediated cellular pathways. Oxytocin is an endogenous cyclic nonapeptide composed of nine amino acid residues and is one of the most extensively characterized signaling peptides in mammalian physiology.
Compound
Oxytocin
Content
10mg
Peptide Length
9 Amino Acids
Research Target
Oxytocin Receptor
What Is Oxytocin?
Oxytocin is an endogenous peptide hormone and neuropeptide synthesized as part of a larger precursor protein. The biologically active molecule is a compact nine-amino-acid cyclic peptide.
Oxytocin is particularly important to biochemical research because its effects are mediated primarily through the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), a member of the G-protein-coupled receptor family.
Activation of OXTR can initiate intracellular signaling cascades, making the oxytocin system a useful experimental model for studying receptor activation, calcium-associated signaling, neuroendocrine communication and peptide-receptor interactions.
Oxytocin and its receptor are studied across numerous areas of neuroscience, endocrinology, molecular biology and cellular signaling research.
Molecular Research
Oxytocin Structure & Peptide Biology
Oxytocin is a cyclic nonapeptide. Its compact structure contains a disulfide bridge between two cysteine residues, producing the characteristic cyclic portion of the molecule.
The peptide's relatively small size and well-characterized receptor system have made oxytocin an important model compound for investigating how peptide structure influences receptor recognition and downstream cellular signaling.
Peptide Class
Cyclic Nonapeptide
Oxytocin consists of nine amino-acid residues with a disulfide-linked cyclic structure.
Primary Receptor
OXTR
The oxytocin receptor provides a defined molecular target for peptide-receptor signaling experiments.
Oxytocin Receptor Signaling Research
The oxytocin receptor is a G-protein-coupled receptor whose activation can influence intracellular signaling pathways, including pathways associated with phospholipase C and intracellular calcium.
Researchers use this system to examine how extracellular peptide signals are translated into intracellular responses.
OXTR Signaling
Investigation of ligand binding and oxytocin-receptor activation.
GPCR Biology
Research involving G-protein-coupled receptor signaling
mechanisms.
Calcium Signaling
Experimental study of downstream intracellular signaling
associated with receptor activation.
Neuroendocrine Research
Oxytocin occupies an unusual position at the intersection of neuroscience and endocrine biology. It is therefore frequently investigated as a model of neuroendocrine signaling.
Laboratory research has examined oxytocin-associated systems in relation to neuronal communication, receptor distribution, peptide release, feedback mechanisms and interactions between the nervous and endocrine systems.
These investigations help researchers characterize how peptide messengers can influence signaling across different tissues and biological systems.
Oxytocin Research Areas
Neuropeptide Biology
Investigation of peptide-mediated communication within
experimental neural systems.
Neuroendocrine Signaling
Research into communication between neural and endocrine
pathways.
Receptor Pharmacology
Laboratory characterization of OXTR binding and activation.
Cellular Signaling
Investigation of intracellular pathways initiated following
receptor activation.
Peptide Structure
Research into the relationship between cyclic peptide structure
and biological signaling.
Receptor Distribution
Experimental investigation of oxytocin-receptor expression and
localization.
Oxytocin 10mg Research Specifications
Compound
Oxytocin
Content
10mg
Abbreviation
OXT
Peptide Length
9 Amino Acids
Structural Class
Cyclic Nonapeptide
Primary Research Target
Oxytocin Receptor (OXTR)
Why Is Oxytocin Studied?
Oxytocin provides researchers with a particularly useful model for studying peptide-receptor communication.
Its defined nine-amino-acid structure, characterized receptor and extensive scientific literature allow investigators to examine relationships between peptide structure, receptor binding and intracellular signaling.
Its role as an endogenous signaling molecule also makes the oxytocin/OXTR system relevant to broader investigation of neuroendocrine biology and intercellular communication.
Oxytocin 10mg FAQ
What is Oxytocin?
Oxytocin is an endogenous cyclic nonapeptide that functions as a neuropeptide and peptide hormone and is widely investigated in neuroendocrine and receptor-signaling research.
How many amino acids are in Oxytocin?
Mature oxytocin consists of nine amino-acid residues, which is why it is classified as a nonapeptide.
What receptor does Oxytocin interact with?
Oxytocin primarily interacts with the oxytocin receptor, commonly abbreviated OXTR, which belongs to the G-protein-coupled receptor family.
Why is Oxytocin used in laboratory research?
Oxytocin is studied as a model for neuropeptide biology, neuroendocrine communication, receptor pharmacology and intracellular signaling.
What is the strength of this Oxytocin research product?
This research product contains 10mg of Oxytocin per vial.
Is Oxytocin 10mg intended for human use?
No. This product is supplied strictly for laboratory and research purposes and is not intended for human or veterinary use.
For Research Use Only
Oxytocin 10mg is supplied strictly for laboratory, analytical and
research purposes. It is not intended for human or veterinary use,
consumption, diagnosis, treatment, prevention or mitigation of any
disease or medical condition. References to receptors,
neuroendocrine pathways, cellular signaling or physiological systems
describe areas of scientific investigation and do not constitute
therapeutic claims.
Research specifications
Amino acid sequence & breakdown
1C
2Y
3I
4Q
5N
6C
7P
8L
9G
Standard residueModified residueConjugation site
9-residue breakdown
Disulfide bond Cys1–Cys6; C-terminal glycinamide; schematic sequence only.
| PubChem CID | 439302 |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Pitocin, Endopituitrina, Syntocinon |
| Sequence | CYIQNCPLG |
| Sequence / chemistry notes | Disulfide bond Cys1–Cys6; C-terminal glycinamide; schematic sequence only. |
| Molecular formula | C43H66N12O12S2 |
| Molecular weight | 1007.2 g/mol |
| CAS number | 50-56-6 |
| Purity specification | ≥99% |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Storage | Store at −20°C |
Research specifications
- Compound
- Oxytocin
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- Format
- Single vial
- Use
- Laboratory research only
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Shipping & storage
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Store unopened vials frozen (−20 °C), protected from light and moisture. Follow the storage conditions on the product label and the batch COA.
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