Leucine-Enkephalin (Human, Porcine, Bovine, Rat, Mouse)

CAS: 58822-25-6

Ref. 3D-PEK-4043

Product Information

• Name: Leucine-Enkephalin (Human, Porcine, Bovine, Rat, Mouse)
• Synonyms: Tyr-Gly-Gly-Phe-Leu • H2O
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Leucine-Enkephalin is a peptide that is composed of the amino acids leucine and enkephalin. It functions as an endogenous opioid with effects on the brain that include analgesia, sedation, and appetite suppression. Leucine-Enkephalin stimulates κ-opioid receptors in the brain and has been shown to reduce neuronal death caused by energy metabolism deficiency or cerebral ischemia. This peptide also causes autophagy and neurokinin-1 receptor activation, which can lead to significant interactions with physiological effects such as symptoms of anxiety, depression, or addiction.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 573.64 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₈H₃₇N₅O₇•H₂O
• Purity: Min. 95%