Description

Calcitonin (Porcine) is a polypeptide hormone derived from porcine thyroid glands, primarily used for its potent hypocalcemic effect. This product is essential for research and development in metabolic bone disorders and calcium homeostasis studies. It is a critical reagent for pharmaceutical R&D, academic research in endocrinology, and the development of bioassays and diagnostic kits.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and active ingredient in R&D for osteoporosis and Paget's disease treatments.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key tool for studying calcium and phosphate metabolism, bone resorption, and renal function in laboratory settings.
• Bioassay Standard: Employed as a calibrated standard in biological assays to measure biological activity and potency.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of immunoassay kits for the quantitative measurement of calcitonin levels.
• Academic & Clinical Studies: Supports fundamental research in endocrinology and preclinical studies on bone disease models.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Calcitonin (Porcine)
CAS No.	12321-44-7
Molecular Formula	C145H240N44O48S2
Molecular Weight	Approx. 3418.9 g/mol
Synonyms	Porcine Calcitonin; Salmon Calcitonin (Porcine); Thyrocalcitonin (Porcine); PCT; Calcitonin, Porcine; Calcitonin from Porcine Thyroid; 12321-44-7; Hypocalcemic Hormone (Porcine)
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Quality Control

Our Calcitonin (Porcine) is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and peptide mapping for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity research-grade standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, potency, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as indicated on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Biological Potency	Not less than 4000 IU/mg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (IC)	Reported on COA
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.