Return to Previous Page
Details
One of the most potent pentapeptides having the same qualitative effects as the parent hormone gastrin I. The effect of this cholecystokinin agonist has been studied in patients with generalized anxiety disorder.
Pentagastrin is used as a diagnostic for the evaluation of gastric acid secretory function (pentagastrin test).
Catalog Number
A-1130
APC Number
46-1-61
Synonyms
Boc-β-Ala-CCK-4, AY 6608, ICI 50123, Boc-(β-Ala¹³)-Gastrin (13-17), NSC 367746
Molecular Formula
C₃₇H₄₉N₇O₉S
Relative Molecular Mass
767.90
CAS Registry Number
5534-95-2
EINECS Number
226-889-7
Source
Synthetic
Storage Conditions
-20 ± 5 °C
Areas of Interest
Gastrointestinal Research
Links / Documents:
