KPV

The α-MSH-derived tripeptide

Listed strength: 10 mg
Mol. weight: 342 g/mol
Residues: 3
Class: α-MSH(11-13) tripeptide

$70

10 mg lyophilized vial$7.00/mg · research use only

Reference specifications publishedResearch use only

Research use only · no human or veterinary use, consumption, administration, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, cosmetic use, or food use. Sold to qualified laboratory and analytical users.

Overview

KPV is a three-residue peptide corresponding to the C-terminal fragment of alpha-MSH. Its sequence is lysine-proline-valine.

Mechanism (research literature)

KPV appears in research on NF-κB and inflammation-signaling pathways.

Research context

KPV is represented in inflammation-signaling and dermal literature as an alpha-MSH-derived fragment.

Specification

Listed format10 mg lyophilized vial

SequenceLys-Pro-Val

Molecular formulaC16H30N4O4

Molecular weight342 g/mol

Catalogue referenceAGX-08

Listed price$70

PathwayNF-κB / inflammation

Common questions

What does KPV stand for?

K, P, and V are the one-letter residue codes for lysine, proline, and valine.

Is KPV the complete alpha-MSH molecule?

No. This record describes the three-residue C-terminal fragment.

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