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Full Name
Leuprolide Acetate
Alias
Leuprolide, Leuprorelin
Sequence (three-letter code)
{pGLU}{HIS}{TRP}{SER}{TYR}{d-LEU}{LEU}{ARG}{PRO}
C-Terminal
NHET
Description
Synthetic Human Leuprolide/Leuprorelin is a single, non-glycosylated, polypeptide chain containing 9 amino acids. Leuprolide acetate is a synthetic nonapeptide analog of naturally occurring gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH or LH-RH). The analog possesses greater potency than the natural hormone.
Formula
C59H84N16O12.C2H4O2
M.W.
1209.4
Cas
74381-53-6
Purity
> 95%
Storage
Store at -20°C. Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
* For Non-Clinical Research Use Only *
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