Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP)

Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP) – Research Peptide (Lyophilized)

Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP) is a synthetic peptide consisting of 28 amino acids, widely referenced in preclinical and in-vitro research involving neuroendocrine signaling, vascular modulation, and receptor-mediated pathways. VIP is examined for its interactions with the VIPR1 and VIPR2 receptors, making it a key reagent in cellular communication and signal transduction studies.

This reagent is supplied as a high-purity lyophilized powder to support reproducible laboratory workflows and stable storage conditions.

Product Highlights

• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC verified)
• Form: Lyophilized powder
• Quality control: Batch-tested to ensure consistent analytical results
• Application: Intended for in-vitro research use only
• Storage: Stable under cool, dry conditions with light protection

Key Specifications

• Name: Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide (VIP)
• Number of amino acids: 28
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC verified)
• Molecular formula: C147H237N43O42
• Molecular weight: 3325.74 Da
• Form: Lyophilized powder
• Storage: Store cool and dry, away from direct light and moisture
• Shelf life: Sealed lyophilizate. Shelf life 24 months from manufacture.

Research Relevance

• Reference reagent for neuropeptide signaling studies via VIPR1 and VIPR2 receptor assays.
• Studied in preclinical in-vitro settings examining vasodilatory mechanisms and neuro-immunological communication pathways.
• Used as a reference compound in controlled research on receptor activity and signal transduction.
• Stable lyophilized format ensures reproducibility across assay runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HPLC-verified purity?
The compound's identity and purity have been verified using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), a standard analytical method for quality control of research-grade reagents.

Is a Certificate of Analysis available?
Yes. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (CoA) accompanies every order and is available on request, covering purity, identity, and analytical data.