Description

Relaxin CAS NO 82658-28-4 is a naturally occurring peptide hormone belonging to the insulin superfamily. This compound is of significant interest for its role in reproductive biology, particularly in regulating connective tissue remodeling and smooth muscle relaxation. It is primarily utilized in advanced research and development within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, focusing on areas such as cardiovascular health, fibrosis, and reproductive medicine.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a critical reference standard and active agent in studies investigating tissue remodeling, collagen metabolism, and wound healing processes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key ingredient in preclinical research for novel therapeutics targeting fibrotic diseases, including pulmonary, hepatic, and cardiac fibrosis.
• Cardiovascular Studies: Employed in research exploring vasodilation, blood pressure regulation, and heart failure due to its vasoactive properties.
• Reproductive Biology: Essential for studies on pregnancy, parturition, and cervical ripening, given its physiological role in these processes.
• Cell Culture & In Vitro Assays: Used to stimulate specific cellular responses in cultured cells to study receptor binding and downstream signaling pathways.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: May be incorporated into the development of immunoassays and diagnostic kits for research purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Relaxin
CAS No.	82658-28-4
Molecular Formula	C257H415N77O79S7
Molecular Weight	Approx. 6000 g/mol
Synonyms	Human Relaxin 2; H2 Relaxin; RLX2; RLN2; Insulin-like peptide 7; INSL7; Pregnancy Hormone Relaxin; Recombumin Human Relaxin-2; Synthetic Human Relaxin
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Quality Control

Our Relaxin is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high biological activity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry for identity confirmation, and bioassays to verify potency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, endotoxin levels, and biological activity is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store desiccated at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption. Aliquot into working solutions to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Biological Activity	Determined by cell-based assay
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/µg
Solubility	Soluble in water or buffer

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