GHRP-2 (Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide-2) is a synthetic hexapeptide designed to stimulate ghrelin receptors, promoting growth hormone (GH) release in research test subjects. This peptide functions by mimicking ghrelin, the hunger hormone, to activate the pituitary gland and enhance GH secretion.
Studies on lab animals suggest GHRP-2 may influence metabolic efficiency, lean mass retention, and recovery rates. It operates through the hypothalamic-pituitary axis, increasing GH pulsatility while suppressing somatostatin, a GH-inhibiting hormone.
Structurally, GHRP-2 demonstrates strong receptor binding affinity, making it a valuable tool for evaluating GH-dependent biological processes in controlled research settings.
Summary of Characteristics
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Sequence of Amino Acids | H-D-Ala-D-2-Nal-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2 |
| CAS Number | 158861-67-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C45H55N9O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 817.99 g/mol |
| Other Known Titles | GHRP-2, Pralmorelin, KP-102 |
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