Description

Somatostatin, Ala(5)-Orn(9)- is a synthetic, biologically active peptide analog of the endogenous hormone somatostatin. This compound is engineered for enhanced stability and specificity, making it a critical research tool and a potential precursor for therapeutic development. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, biotechnology companies, and academic institutions focused on endocrinology, oncology, and metabolic disorders.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies investigating the somatostatin receptor signaling pathways.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or lead compound in the development of novel peptide-based therapeutics targeting hormone-secreting tumors.
• In Vitro Diagnostics: Employed in the development and calibration of immunoassays (e.g., ELISA, RIA) for somatostatin and related peptides.
• Receptor Binding Studies: Essential for competitive binding assays to characterize receptor affinity and selectivity profiles of new drug candidates.
• Academic & Clinical Studies: Supports fundamental research into the role of somatostatin in regulating growth hormone, insulin, and glucagon secretion.

Basic Information

Product Name	Somatostatin, Ala(5)-Orn(9)-
CAS No.	102502-51-2
Molecular Formula	C76H104N18O19S2
Molecular Weight	1637.9 g/mol
Synonyms	Ala(5)-Orn(9)-Somatostatin; [Ala5, Orn9]-Somatostatin-14; Somatostatin (5-Alanine, 9-Ornithine); Cyclo(Ala-Gly-Cys-Lys-Asn-Phe-Phe-Trp-Lys-Thr-Phe-Thr-Ser-Cys); SRIF analog; Growth Hormone Release-Inhibiting Hormone analog
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Quality Control

Our Somatostatin, Ala(5)-Orn(9)- is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, MS for identity confirmation, and tests for related substances and residual solvents. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and results is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake. For long-term storage, keep desiccated at the recommended temperature.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 8.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Acetate Content (HPIC)	≤ 15.0%

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