Cell Metabolism
The mitochondrial-derived peptide MOTS-c regulates metabolic homeostasis
2015·PMID: 25738459
Lee C et al.
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Metabolic / Endocrine Research Compound
MOTS-c
Mitochondrial PeptideExercise Mimetic
Mitochondrial-derived peptide for metabolic and exercise-mimetic research applications.
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Compound Information
Technical specifications
Molecular Profile
What is MOTS-c?
Mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolic and exercise-mimetic pathways.
- Type
- Mitochondrial-derived peptide
- Molecular Weight
- 1936.27 g/mol
- Amino Acids
- 16
- Sequence
- MRWQEMGYIFYPRKLR
Storage Requirements
Stability Information
Protect from lightAvoid repeated freeze-thaw
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C·up to 2 years
After opening
2-8°C·use within 30 days
Sources & References
Peer-reviewed research
About this compound
Overview
MOTS-c is a synthetic mitochondrial-derived peptide composed of 16 amino acids. It is supplied by PX-Labs as a lyophilized powder for laboratory research use only.
Background
MOTS-c is one of a class of mitochondrial-derived peptides — short peptides encoded within mitochondrial DNA — and is a relatively recent subject of peptide research. Its distinct origin makes it a compound of interest in studies of this peptide class.
Specifications
- Compound
- MOTS-c (16–amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide)
- Form
- Lyophilized powder, sealed vial
- Purity
- ≥98%, verified by HPLC
- Testing
- Independent third-party analysis; COA available on request
- Available sizes
- 10mg, 40mg
- Presentation
- Lyophilized powder in a sealed research vial
Handling & Storage
In its lyophilized form, MOTS-c is generally stored refrigerated and protected from light and moisture, with freezer storage common for longer-term holding. Standard laboratory handling practices apply.
Purity & Testing
Every batch is tested to a minimum of 98% purity by high-performance liquid chromatography, with analysis performed by an independent laboratory so results remain impartial. A Certificate of Analysis reporting identity, purity, and method is available on request.
Research Use Only
MOTS-c is sold strictly for laboratory and scientific research. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, and PX-Labs is a research chemical supplier, not a compounding pharmacy. PX-Labs does not provide usage or application guidance.