Selank — Synthetic Heptapeptide Analog Research Compound

Catalog ID: SELA | CAS: 129954-34-3 | Sequence: Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro

Compound Overview

Selank is a synthetic heptapeptide analog modeled after the human tetrapeptide Tuftsin, with an extended structure providing enhanced stability and receptor selectivity.
It is studied in research settings for its role in neuromodulatory signaling, cytokine regulation, and peptide-based homeostatic feedback mechanisms.
For laboratory research use only — not for human consumption or therapeutic application.

Molecular Characteristics

• Synonyms: TP-7; Tuftsin analog peptide; Selanc
• CAS Number: 129954-34-3
• Sequence: Thr-Lys-Pro-Arg-Pro-Gly-Pro
• Molecular Formula: C₃₃H₅₇N₁₁O₉
• Molecular Weight: ≈ 751.9 g/mol
• Purity: ≥ 98% (HPLC verified)
• Formulation: Lyophilized peptide powder

Physical Properties

• Appearance: White to off-white lyophilized powder
• Solubility: Sterile water or 0.6 % acetic acid (for research use only)
• Container: Sterile sealed vial

Storage & Stability

• Unreconstituted: Store at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture.
• Reconstituted: Aliquot and store at −20 °C; avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.

Research Context

Selank is utilized in in vitro and in vivo research models investigating neuropeptide signaling, GABA receptor modulation, and cytokine–neural communication.
It has been observed to interact with interleukin pathways and monoaminergic systems, making it a key analog in studies of peptide–neuroimmune interface regulation.
Research applications include exploration of homeostatic balance and neuropeptide-mediated adaptive signaling.