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Published work involving this sequence spans actin-binding assays, cell-migration studies, wound-healing models, and cardiovascular or musculoskeletal experiments. Much of the biological rationale derives from in vitro systems and animal models, and the number of controlled human studies is small. Reported outcomes vary across preparations, doses, and routes, which complicates comparison between studies. Reviews generally describe the evidence base as preliminary rather than settled. Mechanistic explanations are often proposed by analogy to the parent protein rather than demonstrated directly.
TB-500 is a synthetic seven-amino-acid peptide with the sequence LKKTETQ, corresponding to residues 17 through 23 of the protein thymosin beta-4. The N-terminus is typically acetylated in the described form, giving a monoisotopic mass near 888.5 Da and an average mass of about 889 Da. The designation TB-500 is a catalogue label rather than a formal chemical name, and the same sequence appears in the literature under several alternative abbreviations. It is handled as a research reagent rather than a pharmaceutical product.
Thymosin beta-4 is a 43-residue actin-binding protein found in most mammalian cell types, where it participates in cytoskeletal regulation and cell migration. TB-500 represents only a short fragment of that protein and does not include the remaining residues. Whether the isolated fragment reproduces the full range of activities reported for the intact protein remains an open question. Researchers commonly treat the two as related but distinct entities when comparing results.
Reconstitution practices affect downstream measurements. The dry powder is typically dissolved in sterile water or a suitable aqueous buffer, then mixed gently rather than vortexed at high speed. Visible particles or cloudiness suggest incomplete dissolution or contamination and should be investigated. For long-term storage, aliquots should be labeled with concentration, solvent, and date. Open questions include how different buffers alter peptide conformation and whether specific container materials adsorb the peptide. Those variables can change apparent concentration in assays even when the chemical identity is correct.
Lyophilized TB-500 is hygroscopic and should be kept dry before use. The usual storage recommendation for the solid is -20 °C, protected from light and moisture. Once dissolved, the peptide is less stable, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles can promote aggregation or degradation. Laboratories often divide a reconstituted solution into single-use aliquots and store them at -80 °C. Exact stability limits depend on buffer, pH, and concentration, so published data do not define a single universal condition.
Identity and purity are checked with chromatographic and mass spectrometric methods. Reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography separates the peptide from related impurities, while mass spectrometry confirms the expected molecular mass. A certificate of analysis may report a purity percentage, but the laboratory should still verify the material independently. Common quality concerns include truncated sequences, deamidation, oxidation, and residual solvents from synthesis. Because TB-500 is short, some impurities can differ from the target by only a few mass units.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H68N10O14 | Acetylated heptapeptide form |
| Monoisotopic mass | 888.5 Da | Average mass about 889 Da |
| Appearance | White to off-white solid | Usually supplied as lyophilised powder |
| Solubility class | Highly water soluble | Also dissolves in aqueous buffers |
| Common synonyms | Tbeta4 fragment, thymosin beta-4 (17-23) | Refer to the same sequence |
Several names appear in scientific and commercial contexts for this peptide. The label TB-500 is informal and does not follow standard biochemical nomenclature. Research articles more often describe the compound as a thymosin beta-4 fragment, Tβ4 fragment, or by its sequence Ac-LKKTETQ. Confusing TB-500 with full-length thymosin beta-4 can lead to incorrect assumptions about activity because the fragment lacks the remaining residues of the parent protein. The relationship between fragment and parent protein remains an active area of study.
Regulatory status differs by country, but TB-500 is not an approved pharmaceutical in major jurisdictions. It is commonly sold as a research chemical for laboratory use, which places responsibility for identity and purity on the supplier and the laboratory. Published human data are limited, and most reports involve preclinical models or cell culture. Questions about whether the fragment mimics all actions of thymosin beta-4, and under which conditions, remain open. Independent verification of any material is therefore a practical requirement in research settings.
TB-500 is a synthetic heptapeptide with the sequence Ac-LKKTETQ. It corresponds to a short N-terminal region of thymosin beta-4, a 43-amino-acid protein found in many cell types. The fragment contains an actin-binding motif, which is one reason it appears in laboratory studies of cell migration and cytoskeletal dynamics. TB-500 is not the full-length protein and is produced as a research chemical rather than an approved therapeutic agent. Its molecular weight is approximately 889 Da.
Material is normally supplied as a lyophilised powder in a sealed vial. The powder is hygroscopic, so exposure to humid air leads to water uptake, caking and gradual loss of the fluffy texture that indicates a good freeze-dry. Vials are best kept sealed with desiccant, protected from light and stored cold. Letting a cold vial warm to room temperature before opening reduces condensation on the contents. Purity is normally reported from a chromatographic run, and that figure applies to the batch as tested rather than to the vial after repeated opening.
Once dissolved, the peptide is far less stable than the dry powder. Aqueous solutions are subject to hydrolysis, oxidation at susceptible residues and gradual loss of material through adsorption onto glass and plastic surfaces. Terminal glutamine can cyclise under some conditions, producing a related species that complicates purity assessment. Dilute solutions tend to lose a larger fraction of material to surfaces than concentrated ones. Buffers, pH and ionic strength all influence the rate of change, so stability figures are only meaningful when those parameters are stated alongside the storage interval.
TB-500 is a short synthetic peptide sold under a trade name rather than a systematic chemical name. Suppliers usually describe it as a fragment of thymosin beta-4 and ship it as a lyophilised powder intended for laboratory use. Because the label is commercial, the exact sequence attributed to it is not fully consistent across catalogues, and some listings present a seven-residue peptide while others describe related fragments of similar length. It is not an approved medicine in any major jurisdiction, and it is handled as a research chemical.
Thymosin beta-4 itself is a natural peptide of 43 residues found in many cell types and body fluids. Its best-characterised function is binding and sequestering actin monomers, which influences cytoskeletal dynamics. The sequence most often associated with TB-500, LKKTETQ, corresponds to part of that actin-binding region. A different fragment, Ac-SDKP, is also derived from the same parent peptide and is studied in its own right, which is one reason discussions of thymosin fragments can become confusing. The two are structurally distinct and are not interchangeable.
Interest in the fragment grew during the 1990s and 2000s, when it moved from laboratory work into sports and supplement markets. Anti-doping bodies added thymosin beta-4 fragments to prohibited lists, and a small number of adverse analytical findings have been reported in competition testing. Published controlled human trials remain scarce. Most mechanistic evidence comes from cell culture and animal models, and those studies examine endpoints such as cell migration, wound closure and inflammation markers. That evidence supports research interest but does not establish clinical benefit, and broad regenerative claims should be read as unverified.
Lyophilized peptide powder is normally held desiccated at −20 °C, with −80 °C used for longer storage periods. Allowing a sealed vial to reach room temperature before opening is standard practice, because condensation forming on cold powder introduces moisture. Once dissolved, solutions are typically kept cold and shielded from light. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles are avoided because they encourage aggregation and gradual loss of material. These conventions are general to synthetic peptides rather than unique to any one sequence.
Purity and identity are separate measurements and are often confused. Reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, usually with ultraviolet detection near 214 nanometres, reports the share of total peak area belonging to the target compound. Mass spectrometry by electrospray or matrix-assisted laser desorption then checks whether the observed mass matches the expected sequence. Neither measurement alone shows that a vial holds the intended peptide. Peptide content, meaning the fraction of vial mass that is genuine peptide rather than counter-ion, water or residual acid, is reported separately and is frequently lower than the stated purity figure.
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No. TB-500 is a short synthetic peptide matching residues 17 to 23 of thymosin beta-4, while the parent protein contains 43 residues. The fragment lacks the rest of the protein sequence, so the two are related but not identical.
It consists of leucine, lysine, lysine, threonine, glutamic acid, threonine, and glutamine in that order. The N-terminal leucine is usually acetylated in the forms described in catalogues.
Controlled human data is limited, and most published findings come from cell culture or animal work. This makes it difficult to state clinical effects with confidence.
The dry powder is normally kept at -20 °C, protected from light and moisture. Reconstituted solutions are often divided into aliquots and stored at -80 °C to reduce freeze-thaw damage.