Thymosin Alpha-1

Overview

Aurex Thymosin α-1 (Tα1) is a high-purity, synthetic 28-amino acid peptide derived from the naturally occurring thymic hormone, Thymosin Fraction 5. It serves as a premier research tool for studying immune modulation, T-cell differentiation, and cytokine regulation, playing a critical role in models of immune dysfunction, infection, and oncological research.

Key Features & Benefits

• Potent Immune System Modulation: A key compound for research into enhancing T-cell maturation, function, and proliferation, as well as modulating dendritic cell activity.
• Cytokine Regulation Research: Enables study of the upregulation of beneficial cytokines (e.g., IFN-γ, IL-2) and downregulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines, providing insight into Th1/Th2 balance.
• Broad-Spectrum Research Applications: Relevant for studies on viral infections, cancer immunotherapy, primary immunodeficiencies, and autoimmune condition models.
• High-Purity & Clinically Characterized: Synthesized to match the exact human sequence with ≥ 99% purity (HPLC verified), ensuring a reliable and well-characterized standard for immunological research.

Primary Research Applications

• Study of T-cell activation, differentiation, and immune response amplification.
• Research into adjuvant therapy models for viral infections (e.g., hepatitis, influenza) and certain cancers.
• Investigation of immune reconstitution and response in immunocompromised models.
• Analysis of anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory pathways.

Product Specifications

• Unit Size: 5mg
• Compound: Thymosin α-1 (Tα1)
• Purity: ≥ 99% (HPLC verified)
• Sequence: Ac-SDAAVDTSSEITTKDLKEKKEVVEEAEN-NH2
• Form: Lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder
• Molecular Weight: ~3108 g/mol
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. For long-term stability, refrigeration is recommended. The lyophilized powder is stable at room temperature for short periods.

Important Notice

This product is for laboratory research and in-vitro use only. It is not for human or veterinary consumption, diagnosis, or treatment. Thymosin α-1 is a potent immunomodulatory peptide and must be handled by qualified researchers in a controlled laboratory setting.