GHK-Cu
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring tripeptide (Gly-His-Lys) complexed with copper(II). It is a cornerstone reference compound in extracellular-matrix gene-expression and dermal-fibroblast research.
The most-referenced copper-tripeptide standard in cutaneous research.
What it is
GHK-Cu is the copper(II) complex of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine, a sequence found in human plasma with high affinity for copper ions. The complex is studied for its role in metal-ion transport and matrix-gene modulation.
In research settings it serves as a reference compound for extracellular-matrix gene-expression assays and dermal-fibroblast models. Supplied strictly for laboratory investigation.
Reconstitution & storage
- Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water — add slowly down the vial wall and swirl gently; do not shake.
- Store lyophilized vials at -20°C; once reconstituted keep at 2–8°C and use within ~4 weeks.
- Protect from light and avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.
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For Research Use Only. Not for human or animal consumption. This product has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. GHK-Cu is sold strictly as a research chemical for in-vitro and pre-clinical laboratory investigation only.