What Is Thymosin Alpha-1?
A thymic peptide studied for T-cell maturation and Toll-like-receptor signaling.
01Definition
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a immune research compound. A thymic peptide studied for T-cell maturation and Toll-like-receptor signaling. It is also known as Tα1; Thymalfasin.
Sequence · 28-aa thymic peptide (N-acetylated)
02Research Mechanism
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a 28-amino-acid N-terminally acetylated peptide derived from the thymic protein prothymosin alpha. Research focuses on its role in T-cell maturation and differentiation and modulation of Toll-like receptors (TLR2, TLR9) on dendritic cells.
Research framing only · No human-use claims
03Key Facts
| Classification | Immune |
| Molecular weight | 3,108.3 g/mol |
| Also known as | Tα1; Thymalfasin |
| Purity spec | ≥99% HPLC |
| Verification | MZ Biolabs · 5-panel |
| Use | Research Use Only |
04FAQ
What is Thymosin Alpha-1?
Thymosin Alpha-1 is a immune research compound. A thymic peptide studied for T-cell maturation and Toll-like-receptor signaling. It is also known as Tα1; Thymalfasin. It is supplied strictly for laboratory research use.
What class of compound is Thymosin Alpha-1?
Thymosin Alpha-1 is categorized as Immune and is studied alongside related compounds in that research area.
What is the molecular weight of Thymosin Alpha-1?
Thymosin Alpha-1 has a molecular weight of 3,108.3 g/mol.
How is Thymosin Alpha-1 tested?
Every Ethos Bio lot of Thymosin Alpha-1 is analyzed by an independent third-party laboratory (MZ Biolabs, Arizona) on a five-point panel — HPLC purity, mass-spec identity, endotoxin, heavy metals, and sterility — with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.
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