Gastric function test peptide

Gastrin I, Human Synthetic

human gastrin I. Peptide hormone produced in the stomach. Responsible for stimulation of gastric acid secretion. Delays gastric emptying and increases blood flow in the gastric mucosa. 10047-33-3

Properties

Description

General description

Synthetic, human gastrin I. Peptide hormone produced in the stomach. Responsible for stimulation of gastric acid secretion. Delays gastric emptying and increases blood flow in the gastric mucosa.

Packaging

Yes

Physical form

Sold on the basis of peptide content.

Preparation Note

Following reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 2 months at -20°C.

Other Notes

Pyr-Gly-Pro-Trp-Leu-Glu-Glu-Glu-Glu-Glu-Ala-Tyr-Gly-Trp-Met-Asp-Phe-NH₂ (Pyr = L-pyroglutamyl)

Walsh, J.H. 1977. Fed. Proc. 36, 1948.

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Toxicity: Standard Handling (A)

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