Think of Melanotan-2 as a versatile key that can fit into several different locks on cells. It primarily activates melanocortin receptors (especially MC1R) on skin cells, triggering them to produce more melanin pigment. Unlike Melanotan-1, it also affects other melanocortin receptors (MC3R and MC4R) in the brain that influence appetite and sexual function. This broader range of activity makes it valuable for studying how these different systems are connected.
Research Uses
Scientists use Melanotan-2 to study:
- How skin pigment is produced and regulated
- Natural protection mechanisms against UV damage
- Appetite and feeding behavior
- Sexual function pathways
- Inflammation control
- Multiple melanocortin receptor functions
Potential Research Benefits
This compound helps researchers:
- Understand skin protection mechanisms
- Study how pigmentation reduces UV damage
- Investigate connections between skin and brain functions
- Explore how peptides influence multiple body systems
- Examine the role of melanocortin receptors in various biological processes
Product Details
- Purity: 98% minimum
- Form: White lyophilized powder
- Sequence: 7-amino acid peptide with specific modifications
- Storage: Keep refrigerated, protected from light
- Stability: Stable for 2 years when stored properly
- Reconstitution: Dissolves in bacteriostatic water for research use
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