GHK-Cu

About GHK-Cu

GHK-Cu is a copper peptide complex studied for its potential role in tissue remodeling and wound healing research. It is used exclusively in laboratory settings.

This research peptide is supplied as a lyophilized powder that requires reconstitution before use in laboratory applications. It is provided at research-grade purity for in-vitro studies only.

Research Applications: GHK-Cu is used exclusively for laboratory research purposes. It is not intended for human consumption, medical treatment, or any form of in-vivo application.

Storage: Store lyophilized powder at -20°C. After reconstitution, store at 2-8°C and use within the timeframe specified by the manufacturer.

Detailed Research Information

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) is a naturally-derived tripeptide-copper complex extensively studied in tissue remodeling and regenerative medicine research. As a research compound, GHK-Cu is investigated for its interactions with extracellular matrix proteins, metalloproteinase regulation, and cellular signaling pathways.

Key Research Applications

Wound Healing Research: GHK-Cu is utilized in studies examining collagen synthesis pathways, fibroblast activation mechanisms, and dermal tissue remodeling processes in laboratory wound healing models.

Extracellular Matrix Studies: Research applications include investigation of metalloproteinase expression regulation, tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases (TIMP) modulation, and matrix protein turnover dynamics.

Antioxidant Mechanism Research: GHK-Cu is employed in oxidative stress studies examining copper-dependent antioxidant pathways, free radical scavenging mechanisms, and cellular redox state regulation.

Angiogenesis Research: Studies utilize GHK-Cu to investigate vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) expression, capillary formation mechanisms, and endothelial cell migration pathways in tissue repair models.

Mechanism of Action

GHK-Cu functions through multiple molecular mechanisms including direct binding to cellular receptors, modulation of gene expression via transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) pathways, and regulation of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity. The copper ion component participates in enzymatic reactions involving lysyl oxidase, which is critical for collagen and elastin cross-linking. Research demonstrates that GHK-Cu influences over 4,000 human genes, particularly those involved in tissue repair, antioxidant responses, and protein metabolism.

Product Specifications

All listed research peptides are supplied in lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder form and require reconstitution with bacteriostatic water or sterile water before use in laboratory applications. Products are intended exclusively for in vitro research and are not for human consumption.