Oxytocin Acetate CAS 6233-83-6 Analytical Reference Material for Laboratory Research

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Biological activity
Oxytocin acetate is a pleiotropic hypothalamic peptide that aids in childbirth, lactation, and prosocial behavior. Oxytocinacetate can act as a stress coping molecule with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and protective effects, especially in the face of adversity or trauma. Peptide
Oxytocin acetate is a peptide hormone. Oxytocin is secreted by the posterior pituitary gland. It is synthesized by the paraventricular nucleus and supraoptic nucleus of the hypothalamus. Oxytocin acetate consists of 9 amino acids and acet*c ac*d. Physiological effects: stimulates the mammary gland to secrete milk and promotes the contraction of uterine smooth muscle during childbirth. In addition, it can reduce the level of stress hormones such as adrenal**e in the human body to lower blood pressure. Reference quality
Standard appearance: white powder
Purity (HPLC) ≥ 98.0%
Acetate content (HPLC): 6.0% ~ 10.0%
Water content (KarlFischer) ≤ 8.0%

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What is Oxytocin?

Oxytocin is a naturally occurring mammalian hormone associated with the hypothalamic–pituitary system. It is formed in the hypothalamus, stored in the posterior pituitary, and released through neuroendocrine pathways. Within the brain, it is also studied for its role in neural signaling and social behavior.

Its name derives from Greek roots associated with rapid birth. In physiology research, oxytocin is linked to reproductive processes, maternal-infant interaction, uterine activity, and milk-release mechanisms. These functions involve coordinated feedback signaling.

From a structural perspective, oxytocin consists of nine amino acids. It is classified as a neuroactive signaling molecule and can participate in both endocrine communication and neurotransmission.

For laboratory research and analytical evaluation only. Not intended for human use or clinical application.

The Importance of Amino-Acid Signaling Molecules

Many biologically active substances are short chains of amino acids. They are widely studied in connection with endocrine signaling, neural communication, cell growth, and reproduction.

In biological systems, these molecules can participate in communication between cells and may influence enzyme activity, intracellular pathways, gene regulation, and protein production. Their functions depend on molecular structure, sequence, receptor interactions, and experimental conditions.

They are valuable tools for laboratory studies of molecular recognition, cellular signaling, and functional regulation. Research in this area helps scientists better understand how cells, tissues, and organs coordinate normal biological activity.

For laboratory research and analytical evaluation only. Not intended for human use or clinical application

Product Function

Oxytocin is commonly examined in reproductive physiology and neuroendocrine research.

1. Laboratory models explore its association with signaling processes in mammary tissue and myoepithelial cell activity.

2. Studies also examine its relationship with uterine smooth-muscle signaling. Observed responses can vary with the research model, receptor activity, and experimental conditions.

3. Controlled dose-response studies may be used to investigate tissue-level signaling and vascular dynamics.

For laboratory research and analytical evaluation only. Not intended for human use or clinical application.

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