Caerulein

CAS: 17650-98-5

Ref. 01-4030451

Product Information

• Name: Caerulein
• Synonyms: Ceruletide
• Brand: Bachem
• Description: This sulfated peptide isolated first from the skin of the Australian frog Litoria caerulea is a more potent secretagogue than its analog CCK-8. Ceruletide is applied in the diagnosis of pancreatic function and, in high dosage, for the induction of pancreatitis in experimental animals.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 1352.42
• Formula: C₅₈H₇₃N₁₃O₂₁S₂
• Purity: 97.04%
• Color/Form: White