KPV research profile
What is being studied?
KPV is the three-residue Lys-Pro-Val sequence corresponding to the C-terminal region of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. Its small size makes it useful in transporter and fragment-comparison studies.
Published epithelial- and immune-cell experiments measured PepT1-dependent uptake together with NF-kappaB, MAP-kinase and cytokine readouts. Results are model- and stimulus-specific.
Research areas
- PepT1 uptake and competition assays
- NF-kappaB and MAP-kinase signalling models
- Short-fragment structure-activity comparisons
Selected studies
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Cell and animal study · 2008PepT1-mediated KPV uptake and signalling ↗
Investigated KPV transport and inflammatory signalling in cell assays and mouse models; it did not test KLOW.
How to read this research
These papers study defined compounds in specific experimental systems or clinical trials. They do not test or certify this product, its batch or its prepared presentation. Component and related-peptide studies do not establish the effects of a finished blend. Findings are research context, not evidence of safety or suitability for personal use. For laboratory research only; no treatment, dosing or use advice is provided.
KPV research record
Molecular identity and stated sequence or composition, alongside the batch, storage, dispatch and document record for this 10-vial case.
Molecular identity
C-terminal alpha-MSH tripeptide fragment
Sequence / composition
Lys-Pro-Val
Product record
The listing identifies the presentation, specification, storage record, dispatch status, and batch-document availability for the relevant product or batch.
Use restriction
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary consumption. No use instructions or therapeutic guidance is provided.
