Melanocortin Receptor Research · COA Verified
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For Research Purposes Only. Not approved for human consumption.
Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH), engineered for increased potency and extended half-life compared to the native peptide. It binds melanocortin receptors (MC1R through MC5R) and has been studied for its effects on skin pigmentation, sexual function, appetite modulation, and energy homeostasis. MT-2 is an important research tool for studying the melanocortin system's broad physiological roles.
Q: What is the melanocortin system?
A: A neuroendocrine system consisting of melanocortin peptides (alpha-MSH, ACTH) and five receptor subtypes (MC1R-MC5R) involved in pigmentation, energy balance, sexual function, inflammation, and immune modulation.
Q: How does MT-2 differ from alpha-MSH?
A: MT-2 is a cyclic analog engineered for higher binding affinity and longer half-life than native alpha-MSH. It acts as a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist, activating MC1R through MC4R with varying affinity.
Q: What research areas use MT-2?
A: Primarily skin pigmentation biology, sexual function research models, energy homeostasis via MC4R pathways, and melanocortin receptor pharmacology.
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For laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption. Not evaluated by the FDA.
