Overview
Most metabolic-research compounds in this catalog are incretin-system agonists (GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon-receptor ligands) and related signaling molecules. The published literature studies them for metabolic and body-composition research endpoints. This guide describes how the compound is characterized and what that research covers. It is not usage guidance and makes no claim about outcomes from use.
A glycoprotein hormone studied in reproductive and endocrine research for its LH-like receptor activity.
Evidence at a glance: Mechanistic / in-vitro only
The published record here is mechanistic or in-vitro only. No human-efficacy conclusion can be drawn from it.
Molecular identity
- Molecular formula
- Glycoprotein (α/β heterodimer)
- Molecular weight
- ~36,700 g/mol
- CAS number
- 9002-61-3
- Appearance
- White lyophilized powder
- Purity (HPLC)
- 99%
Researched mechanism
Binds the LH/CG receptor, studied for downstream gonadal signaling.
Described as a mechanism characterized in the literature, not an effect you should expect from use.
What the published research shows
LH/CG receptor activity characterized in endocrine research.
Every citation states its study type and population, so preclinical data is never presented as human-efficacy evidence.
How it compares
| Versus | Attribute | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Kisspeptin | Axis | Both appear in reproductive-axis research at different points. |
Reconstitution
Concentration math only: adding bacteriostatic water to the vial gives the resulting mg/mL shown below. This is not usage guidance.
| Vial | Bacteriostatic water | Concentration |
|---|---|---|
| 5000 mg | 2 mL | 2500 IU/mL (site-calculated from 2 mL) |
| 10000 mg | 2 mL | 5000 IU/mL (site-calculated from 2 mL) |
Storage & stability
| State | Temperature | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lyophilized (unopened) | -20°C | 24 months |
| Reconstituted | 2–8°C | up to 30 days |
Common questions
Why is potency shown in IU?+
Gonadotropins are dosed by international units (IU) rather than mass; the vial label states IU.
