What is AOD-9604?
AOD-9604 is a modified 16 amino acid fragment of the C terminal region of human growth hormone, with an added tyrosine at the N terminus. It was developed to isolate the lipolytic region of hGH from its growth promoting activity.
Key facts
- Compound class: Modified fragment of hGH (176-191)
- Sequence length: 16 amino acids
- Origin: hGH residues 176-191 with N terminal Tyr
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Research area: Metabolic Research
In laboratory research
It is studied in adipocyte lipolysis and lipogenesis assays and in cartilage research, and is useful where investigators want growth hormone fragment effects without IGF-1 elevation.
Related compounds
Within our metabolic research collection, this peptide is most often compared with GLP-2, a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, 5-Amino-1MQ, a small molecule NNMT inhibitor and GLP-1, a GLP-1 receptor agonist analog. Running related compounds side by side, with matched vehicle controls and the same assay conditions, makes it easier to attribute differences in a readout to the compound itself rather than to handling or batch effects.
Incretin analogs, amylin analogs and small molecule metabolic modulators used in preclinical work on energy balance, nutrient sensing and receptor pharmacology. Every compound ships lyophilized with batch documentation for laboratory reference.
Choosing a size
This peptide comes in 2 sizes. Smaller vials suit pilot experiments and method development, while larger vials lower the cost per unit for longer studies and replicate runs.
- 2mg: $39.99, about $20.00 per mg
- 5mg: $49.99, about $10.00 per mg
Moving from the 2mg vial to the 5mg vial reduces the cost per mg by roughly 50 percent. If a study needs several smaller aliquots, one larger vial reconstituted and divided under your lab protocol is often the most economical option.
Every size ships as a lyophilized powder in a sealed vial. Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water or, where an acidic diluent is recommended, acetic acid water.
Working with it in the laboratory
Allow the sealed vial to reach room temperature before opening. Add the diluent slowly down the side of the vial, then swirl gently until the lyophilized powder has fully dissolved. Most researchers use bacteriostatic water; use acetic acid water only where the data for your compound calls for an acidic diluent.
Label the vial with the concentration, the date and the batch number, then store it as described below. For long studies, dividing the solution into single use aliquots avoids repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Our peptide research guide includes a worked example for calculating concentration.
Storage and stability
Store sealed vials at -20 °C, protected from light, for long term stability. Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation. After reconstitution, keep the solution refrigerated and avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.
Batch documentation
Every lot carries a batch number that links it to a certificate of analysis recording identity by mass spectrometry and purity by HPLC. Request the COA for your batch at any time, and keep it with your lab records alongside the concentration and date of reconstitution.
Research use only
This peptide is sold strictly for in vitro and preclinical laboratory research. It is not a drug, food, dietary supplement or cosmetic, it has not been approved for any human or veterinary use, and it must not be administered to people or animals. Researchers are responsible for following the rules of their institution and country. Read our full research use disclaimer.
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