Description

Urotensin I CAS NO 9047-54-5 is a bioactive peptide hormone belonging to the urotensin family, originally identified in fish but with homologs found across vertebrates. This compound is of significant interest for its potent vasoactive and cardiovascular regulatory properties, serving as a critical research tool in endocrinology and pharmacology. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on cardiovascular disease, neuroendocrinology, and novel therapeutic target discovery.

Application

• Biomedical Research: A key reference standard and tool for studying the urotensin system, its receptors (UT), and related signaling pathways in cardiovascular physiology.
• Pharmacological Studies: Used in in vitro and in vivo assays to investigate vasoconstriction/vasodilation, cardiac function, and potential therapeutic interventions for hypertension and heart failure.
• Endocrine System Research: Employed to explore its role in osmoregulation, stress response, and its interactions with other hormonal systems.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as an antigen for the production of specific antibodies used in immunoassays (ELISA, RIA) to detect and quantify urotensin peptides in biological samples.
• Neuroscience: Investigated for potential neuromodulatory and behavioral effects within the central nervous system.
• Drug Discovery Programs: Acts as a lead compound or benchmark for the design and screening of novel urotensin receptor agonists or antagonists.

Basic Information

Product Name	Urotensin I
CAS No.	9047-54-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	U-I; Urotensin-1; Urotensin I (teleost fish); Goitensin; Cyprinus urotensin I; Urotensin I peptide; Urotensin I (U-I)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Urotensin I is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including purity assessment by HPLC and structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), documenting identity, purity, and peptide content, is provided with every shipment to support your compliance and research documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dedicated freezer. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, dilute acetic acid

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