Description
Deslorelin is a potent synthetic LHRH/GnRH agonist with a molecular formula of C64H83N17O12, pGlu-His-Trp-Ser-Tyr-D-Trp-Leu-Arg-Pro-NHC2H5 and a Mw of 1281.64 Dalton.
Summary
Deslorelin is being studied in the treatment of cancer as a way to block sex hormones made by the ovaries or testicles. It belongs to the family of drugs called gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs. It is used for the induction of ovulation in mares. Deslorelin binds to and activates pituitary gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) receptors.
Other names
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) superagonist, luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone agonist, luteinising hormone-releasing hormone agonist, GnRH agonist, LHRH agonist
Type
Synthetic peptide
Purity
Greater than 99.0%.
Formulation
Sterile Filtered White lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder. The Deslorelin peptide was lyophilized with no additives.
Reconstitution
It is recommended to reconstitute the lyophilized Deslorelin in sterile 18MΩ-cm H2O not less than 100µg/ml, which can then be further diluted to other aqueous solutions.
Shipping
Shipped at ambient temperature. Upon receipt, store at the temperature recommended below.
Storage/Expiration
Please prevent freeze-thaw cycles.
Usage
This product is intended to Laboratory Research Use Only. This product may not be used a drug, agricultural product, food additives.