Description

Adipokinetic Hormone (Locust) is a decapeptide neurohormone that plays a critical role in the mobilization of energy reserves in insects. This compound is essential for research focused on insect physiology, endocrinology, and the development of novel insect growth regulators. It is primarily utilized by scientists and R&D teams in the fields of entomology, agricultural science, and comparative endocrinology for fundamental studies and applied pest management strategies.

Application

• Insect Physiology Research: Fundamental studies on lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, flight muscle energy regulation, and hormonal signaling pathways in locusts and related insect species.
• Endocrine System Studies: Investigation of neuropeptide function, receptor binding, and signal transduction mechanisms in invertebrate models.
• Agricultural Bioassay Development: Used as a standard or challenge agent in bioassays to study insect stress responses and evaluate the efficacy of biopesticides or insect growth disruptors.
• Comparative Endocrinology: Research into the evolution of peptide hormones and their functional analogs across different animal phyla.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a high-purity biochemical reagent for in vitro studies, cell culture experiments, and enzymatic assays related to insect energy homeostasis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adipokinetic Hormone (Locust)
CAS No.	53027-55-7
Molecular Formula	C₅₄H₇₅N₁₅O₁₂
Molecular Weight	1114.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Locust Adipokinetic Hormone; AKH; Lom-AKH-I; pGlu-Leu-Asn-Phe-Thr-Pro-Asn-Trp-Gly-Thr-NH₂; Adipokinetic Hormone I (Locusta migratoria); Neuropeptide Lom-AKH; Migratory Locust Adipokinetic Hormone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Adipokinetic Hormone (Locust) is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure the highest standards of purity and biological activity. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, peptide content, and biological potency. We adhere to stringent in-house quality protocols suitable for research and development applications.

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 before opening to minimize moisture absorption. For long-term storage, keep desiccated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Mass spectrum consistent with theoretical molecular weight
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Biological Activity	Assessed by in vivo or in vitro bioassay (COA)

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