Tesamorelin Product Overview
Tesamorelin is a synthetic 44-amino-acid peptide analog based on the complete sequence of human growth hormone-releasing hormone, also known as growth hormone-releasing factor or GHRF.
The molecule contains a trans-3-hexenoyl group attached to the N-terminal tyrosine residue. This structural modification has been investigated for its ability to increase resistance to enzymatic degradation compared with unmodified human GHRH.
Each vial contains 10mg of lyophilized Tesamorelin intended for controlled laboratory investigation of GHRH-receptor activity, pituitary signalling and growth hormone-related research pathways.
Product Specifications
Product name: Tesamorelin
Quantity per vial: 10mg
Peptide length: 44 amino acids
Peptide class: GHRH/GRF analog
Structural modification: N-terminal trans-3-hexenoyl group attached to Tyr1
CAS number: 218949-48-5
Reference molecular formula: C221H366N72O67S
Reference molecular weight: 5135.9 Da as the free-base equivalent
Format: Lyophilized material
Container: Single vial
Structural Characteristics
Tesamorelin incorporates the complete 44-amino-acid sequence of human GHRH rather than a shortened active fragment. Its N-terminal modification distinguishes it from endogenous GHRH and from shorter GHRH-related research peptides.
Published analytical and receptor studies have examined how this modification affects peptide stability, enzymatic cleavage and interaction with the GHRH receptor. The modification does not make Tesamorelin identical to endogenous GHRH and the two materials should be treated as separate research compounds.
Scientific Background
GHRH is a hypothalamic signalling peptide associated with the regulation of pituitary somatotroph cells. Research involving Tesamorelin has examined GHRH-receptor binding, intracellular signalling and downstream growth hormone and IGF-1 pathway responses.
These pathways form part of a complex endocrine signalling network. Experimental results may differ according to the biological model, peptide concentration, exposure conditions, analytical method and identity of the tested material.
References to growth hormone release or downstream metabolic activity describe research mechanisms and experimental endpoints. They should not be interpreted as claims that this product produces a physiological or therapeutic effect.
Potential Research Areas
GHRH-receptor binding and activation
Pituitary somatotroph signalling models
Growth hormone and IGF-1 pathway research
Comparative analysis of GHRH analogs
Peptide stability and enzymatic degradation
Receptor-response kinetics
Endocrine and metabolic signalling models
Analytical identity and purity testing
Tesamorelin and Other GHRH-Related Peptides
Tesamorelin is structurally distinct from Sermorelin, CJC-1295 and other GHRH-related research compounds. Differences in peptide length, amino-acid substitutions and terminal modifications can affect receptor interaction, stability and experimental behaviour.
Results obtained with one GHRH analog should not be assumed to apply to another without direct comparative testing.
Research Material and Pharmaceutical Tesamorelin
Tesamorelin is also discussed in pharmaceutical literature under regulated product names. Those products have defined formulations, excipients, manufacturing controls and regulatory specifications.
Data involving a regulated pharmaceutical formulation do not independently establish the identity, purity, quantity, sterility, safety or performance of this Nuforme research material. Researchers should use the documentation associated with the specific Nuforme batch when designing or interpreting experiments.
Analytical Considerations
The batch-specific Certificate of Analysis should be reviewed for peptide identity, HPLC purity, measured quantity, molecular-mass confirmation, batch number and analysis date.
Mass spectrometry, HPLC purity and total vial quantity represent different analytical measurements. Confirmation of the expected molecular mass does not by itself establish purity or confirm that the vial contains the stated quantity.
Storage
Store the unopened vial according to the conditions stated on the product label and its batch-specific documentation. Keep the material sealed and protected from light, heat and moisture. Do not assume that storage instructions published for another supplier or pharmaceutical formulation apply to this product.
For laboratory research only. Not for human consumption or veterinary use. This product is not a drug, medication, supplement or cosmetic and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. No administration or dosing information is provided.