somatostatin(CAS#38916-34-6)

Introduction

Somatostatin, also known as Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone (GHRH), is a peptide hormone produced by the hypothalamus. Its main function is to regulate and promote the secretion of growth hormone in the body.The main properties of somatostatin are as follows:Somatostatin is a peptide hormone composed of 44 amino acids.Somatostatin plays a role in regulating growth hormone secretion in the body by stimulating the synthesis and release of growth hormone in the anterior pituitary gland.Uses of somatostatin:Clinical application: somatostatin can be used to detect severe growth hormone deficiency and evaluate the efficacy of growth hormone therapy.Medical research: Researchers can use somatostatin to study the secretion mechanism and physiological function of growth hormone.Methods for the preparation and synthesis of somatostatin include:Natural sources: Somatostatin was originally isolated from the human pituitary gland, but its sources are limited.Synthesis method: At present, the synthesis of somatostatin mainly relies on genetic engineering technology, through the use of recombinant DNA technology to express the gene of human somatostatin in Escherichia coli or other hosts.Follow your doctor’s instructions before use: Somatostatin is usually used in a medical setting and needs to be used under strict medical guidance and supervision.Potential risk of overdose: Overdose of somatostatin may cause adverse effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, etc.