Description
Research Overview
Oxytocin Acetate is a synthetic acetate salt form of oxytocin, a naturally occurring nonapeptide hormone produced primarily by the hypothalamus and released from the posterior pituitary gland. It is widely studied in laboratory research for its interactions with the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), neuroendocrine signaling, smooth muscle physiology, social behavior, and central nervous system communication.
Oxytocin Acetate is supplied by Marsden Research Labs exclusively for qualified laboratory research applications and is not offered for human or veterinary use.
Chemical Information
| Compound Name | Oxytocin Acetate |
| Common Name | Oxytocin |
| Compound Type | Synthetic neuropeptide hormone |
| Length | 9 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | Approximately 1.01 kDa |
| Amino Acid Sequence | Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH2 (cyclic disulfide peptide, acetate salt) |
Physical Characteristics
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized powder. |
| Solubility | Water soluble under laboratory conditions. |
| Storage | Store frozen at -20°C or below for long-term stability. |
| Stability | Stability depends on laboratory storage conditions, handling, and repeated freeze-thaw exposure. |
Analytical Verification
Every batch offered by Marsden Research Labs is supported by batch-specific analytical verification whenever documentation is available. Analytical testing is performed to verify identity, assess purity, and provide supporting laboratory documentation for individual research batches.
| Identity Verification | Confirmed using Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) when available. |
| Purity Analysis | Determined using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). |
| Batch Documentation | Each verified research batch is assigned a unique batch identifier for traceability. |
| Certificate of Analysis (COA) | Available for verified batches and includes analytical testing results when provided. |
| Laboratory Report | Additional laboratory documentation is provided for applicable batches when available. |
Batch-Specific Information
The batch number, purity value, testing date, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and laboratory report displayed near the top of this page correspond to the selected research sample and update automatically when a different batch or package size is selected.
Mechanism of Action
Oxytocin functions as an agonist of the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), a G protein-coupled receptor expressed in the central nervous system and numerous peripheral tissues. Activation of OXTR initiates intracellular signaling pathways involved in calcium mobilization, smooth muscle contraction, neuroendocrine communication, and cellular signaling. Laboratory investigations frequently utilize oxytocin to study receptor pharmacology, social behavior, stress physiology, reproductive biology, and neuroendocrine regulation.
Because of its biological activity, Oxytocin Acetate is frequently investigated in neuroendocrine physiology, oxytocin receptor signaling, central nervous system communication, reproductive biology, and peptide hormone pharmacology.
Current Areas of Research
- Oxytocin receptor (OXTR) signaling
- Neuroendocrine regulation
- Central nervous system signaling
- Social behavior and communication
- Smooth muscle physiology
- Peptide hormone pharmacology
Marsden Research Labs makes no representation regarding clinical outcomes or therapeutic applications.
Laboratory Handling
This material should be handled only by qualified laboratory personnel using appropriate research procedures.
Research samples should be stored according to accepted laboratory practices to preserve compound integrity. Stability may be affected by storage conditions, repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and handling methods.
Research Use Notice
This product is supplied exclusively for laboratory research purposes.
It is not intended for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, prevention of disease, food use, cosmetic use, or consumption of any kind. Purchasers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the acquisition and use of research materials.
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