Research guide
HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin)
FSH/LH combination for gonadal axis and reproductive biology research. ≥98% purity, COA. RUO only.
Short answer
HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) is supplied by HALO as a research-use-only lyophilized compound for qualified laboratory research. FSH/LH combination for gonadal axis and reproductive biology research. ≥98% purity, COA. RUO only.
- Documentation: 98%+ HPLC purity, independent COA, lot-indexed records
- Use limitation: Research use only; not for human or veterinary use
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Mechanism of action in research models
HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) is investigated in growth-hormone-axis research models spanning pituitary somatotroph cultures, hypothalamic GHRH neurons, ghrelin-responsive cells, and peripheral GH receptor signalling. GHRH analogues act through GHRHR to stimulate cAMP-mediated GH release, while GHRP-class peptides engage GHSR (ghrelin receptor) through a distinct pathway. Long-acting constructs may incorporate albumin binding or Fc fusion to extend exposure in pharmacokinetic studies.
Research programmes compare pulse amplitude, frequency, and selectivity (GH vs cortisol/prolactin co-release) across secretagogue classes. HALO materials are supplied only for qualified laboratory research — not for performance enhancement or human administration studies outside approved protocols.
Research background
The GH secretagogue literature distinguishes GHRH-pathway agonists, ghrelin mimetics, and downstream IGF-1 axis effectors. HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) is used as a defined reference compound so laboratories can reproduce published assay conditions with batch-verified identity. Common endpoints include GH ELISA from supernatants, somatotroph calcium imaging, and receptor-binding displacement assays.
Documentation and COA standards
Each HALO lot of HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) ships with an independent certificate of analysis documenting:
- HPLC purity — reverse-phase chromatography with ≥98% main peak by area integration
- Identity confirmation — LC-MS, ESI-MS, or MALDI-TOF as applicable to molecular weight
- Lot / batch number — must match the vial label for procurement audit trails
- Test date and method — third-party laboratory, not supplier self-reporting
Read: What is a peptide COA? · Batch-specific verification · Lab results index
Storage and handling
Store lyophilized HMG (Human Menopausal Gonadotropin) sealed, cold (−20 °C), dry, and protected from light until reconstitution. After reconstitution with an appropriate research diluent, follow institutional stability protocols; minimise freeze-thaw cycles and document open-vial dates in the lab log.
Tools: Peptide calculator · Lyophilized peptide guide · Stability guide
Frequently asked research questions
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Selected references
- Ghigo E, et al. “Growth hormone-releasing peptides.” Eur J Endocrinol. 1997;136(5):355-366. PMID: 9186261
- Teichman SL, et al. “Prolonged stimulation of growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor I secretion by CJC-1295.” J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2006;91(3):799-805. PMID: 16352683
Research use only. Materials are sold strictly for in vitro and qualified laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, or treatment. Full text: Research Use Statement.