Description
KPV is a short synthetic peptide built from three amino acid residues — lysine, proline, and valine — arranged in the Lys-Pro-Val sequence. This tripeptide mirrors the terminal portion of the larger alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) molecule, making it one of the smallest fragments derived from that parent peptide. With a molecular weight of roughly 342 Da, it serves as a compact model compound in peptide and cell-biology investigations.
Because of its relationship to the melanocortin peptide family, KPV is frequently referenced in studies that probe receptor signaling and intracellular pathways. Its minimal three-residue structure also makes it a useful subject for analytical work on short-chain peptide chemistry, stability, and structure-activity relationships.
Common areas of laboratory interest include:
- Melanocortin receptor binding and downstream cellular signaling studies
- Examination of inflammatory signaling cascades in cultured cell models
- Comparative work positioning KPV alongside other α-MSH-derived fragments
- Analytical characterization of tripeptide structure, solubility, and stability
Each vial holds 10mg of lyophilized KPV. Material is characterized by HPLC and mass spectrometry to confirm identity and purity, with a certificate of analysis available on request. Store sealed vials cold and protected from light, and reconstitute using appropriate sterile technique under controlled laboratory conditions. Peer-reviewed background on KPV and the broader α-MSH peptide family can be located through public scientific databases such as PubMed and PMC.
Research Use Only: This material is supplied strictly for laboratory research. Not for human or animal consumption. It is not a drug, food, supplement, or cosmetic and has not been approved by the FDA.


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