Oxytocin
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Oxytocin
Oxytocin is a cyclic nonapeptide hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus. Modulates social cognition, bonding, trust, and emotional processing. Essential for uterine contraction (parturition) and milk ejection (lactation). Clinically approved as Pitocin for labor induction and postpartum hemorrhage.
Product Specifications
| CAS Number | 50-56-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 1007.19 Da |
| Molecular Formula | C₄₃H₆₆N₁₂O₁₂S₂ |
| Purity | Peak Area by HPLC ≥95% |
| Form | Lyophilized |
| Storage | -20°C |
| Usage | Research use |
Amino Acid Sequence
One-Letter Code:
Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH₂ (Disulfide: Cys1-Cys6)
Three-Letter Code:
Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH₂
Research Applications
- Application: Receptor binding
- Biomarker Target: Oxytocin Receptor (OTR)
- Research Area: Reproductive Biology
- Sub-category: Oxytocin & Social Behavior
Reconstitution & Storage
- Reconstitution: Reconstitute in sterile water or appropriate buffer to desired concentration.
- Storage: Store lyophilized product at -20°C. After reconstitution, aliquot and store at -20°C to -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
- Stability: Lyophilized product is stable for 24 months when stored properly.
For research use only. Not for diagnostic or therapeutic use.
Safety Data Sheets & Documentation
Protocols & Support
Reconstitution Protocol
1. Briefly centrifuge the vial to collect lyophilized powder at the bottom.
2. Reconstitute in sterile deionized water or PBS to a concentration of 0.2–1.0 mg/mL.
3. Gently pipette up and down to dissolve. Do not vortex.
4. Aliquot and store at -20°C to -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
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