Description
Thymosin Alpha-1 10mg Peptide
Thymosin Alpha-1 peptide, also known as Thymosin Alpha, TA1, or T α 1, is a fragment of a protein molecule. Researchers have hypothesized that it contributes to the production of T-cells to mitigate and alleviate infection and bacterial spread.
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a naturally occurring polypeptide that is considered by researchers to potentially restore and enhance immune functions. Thymosin Alpha-1 is considered to be one of the polypeptides found in Thymosin Fraction 5, which is a crude extract of the thymus gland.
Since its discovery, a synthetically developed form of Thymosin Alpha-1 has also been studied, researchers refer to the peptide as Thymalfasin. Thymalfasin is composed of 28 amino acids, similar to the naturally occurring Tα 1, and is derived from a longer polypeptide precursor composed of 113 amino acids, known as Prothymosin Alpha.
Overview
The main aim of initial research into Thymosin Alpha-1 was to understand and examine the immunomodulating potential of the peptide. Studies have suggested that the peptide may increase the concentration of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class I and cytokine production, which may possibly lead to increased immune responses. The peptide may also enhance the activity of natural killer cells and foster the expression of phenotypic markers on T cells, suggesting a multi-faceted role in modulating the immune response. The researchers posited that the peptide may also increase the expression of high-affinity receptors for interleukin-2. This could potentially lead to a more vigorous activation and proliferation of T lymphocytes.
Specifications
Molecular Formula: C129H215N33O55
Molecular Weight: 3108.31 g/mol
Other Known Titles: TA1, Tα1, Thymalfasin
⚠️ Research Use Only – Legal Disclaimer
All products on this site are for research and development use only. Products are not for human consumption of any kind. The statements made on this website have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. The statements and the products of this company are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
