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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.
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.
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.
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.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H68N10O14 | Calculated for the acetylated heptapeptide |
| Molecular weight | ~889 Da | Monoisotopic mass approximately 889.0 Da |
| Amino acid sequence | Ac-LKKTETQ | N-terminal acetylated seven-residue peptide |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Typically supplied as a lyophilized solid |
| Solubility class | Water-soluble | Peptides of this size generally dissolve in aqueous media |
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.
Identity and purity are usually assessed by reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography together with mass spectrometry. The chromatogram provides a purity estimate as a percentage of total peak area, while the mass spectrum confirms that the observed mass matches the expected value. Amino acid analysis or tandem mass spectrometry sequencing can provide additional confirmation. Reported purity figures depend on the column, gradient, and detection wavelength, so values from different laboratories are not directly comparable without method details.
Lyophilised peptide is normally reconstituted with sterile water or a neutral buffer shortly before use. Because repeated freeze-thaw cycles can degrade the material, dividing a reconstituted solution into single-use aliquots is a common practice. Working solutions are usually kept cold and protected from light. The exact shelf life depends on concentration, buffer composition, and handling, so it is often determined empirically rather than assumed.
The compound circulates in the literature as a research reagent rather than an approved therapeutic. Regulatory agencies in several countries have not authorized it for medical use, and sporting bodies list related thymosin beta-4 peptides among prohibited substances. Suppliers typically market it with a purity figure and a certificate of analysis, while peer-reviewed clinical reports remain sparse. Discussions therefore often separate laboratory findings from anecdotal reports, and reviewers tend to note the small size and methodological limits of the available studies.
TB-500 refers to a synthetic peptide fragment derived from the actin-binding region of thymosin beta-4, a protein present in most mammalian cells. The full protein contains forty-three amino acids, while the commonly sold fragment is a much shorter acetylated sequence, often cited as LKKTETQ. The fragment retains part of the actin-binding motif but lacks the remainder of the parent protein. Material sold under this name is usually lyophilized powder intended for laboratory research, and it is not a finished pharmaceutical product.
Proposed activity centers on actin sequestration and on the movement of cells during repair processes. In cell culture and animal models, the fragment has been associated with migration, tube formation, and tissue remodeling. These observations are frequently described as preliminary, because most published work uses rodent or in vitro systems rather than controlled human trials. Whether the short fragment reproduces the effects of the full protein remains an open question, and the relationship between dose, route, and measured outcome is not well characterized.
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TB-500 is a synthetic heptapeptide corresponding to a fragment of thymosin beta-4. It is used in laboratory research and is not an approved drug.
No. Thymosin beta-4 is a 43-amino-acid protein, while TB-500 represents only a short N-terminal segment. The two should not be treated as interchangeable in experimental design.
It is often called a thymosin beta-4 fragment, Tβ4 fragment, or Ac-LKKTETQ. The name TB-500 is mainly a commercial or catalog label rather than a formal chemical name.
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.