Description
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About Crystagen
Crystagen — a synthetic Glu-Asp-Pro tripeptide (EDP, MW 359.34 g/mol, C₁₄H₂₁N₃O₈) from the Khavinson peptide bioregulator series — is a thymus-derived synthetic short peptide studied as a model immune-system cytoprotective signal in immunology and aging research. It is supplied as a laboratory-grade lyophilized powder intended strictly for analytical and non-clinical research applications.
As a member of the AC-6 peptide complex from the St. Petersburg Institute of Bioregulation and Gerontology, Crystagen is investigated for its selectivity toward thymic epithelial cell and splenic lymphocyte signaling models. Preclinical work has examined B-cell activation, thymocyte proliferation (PCNA expression), and immunomodulatory gene expression pathways. Researchers use Crystagen in primary thymocyte, Jurkat T-cell, and Ramos B-cell models to study immune checkpoint signaling, cytokine pathway modulation (NF-κB, IL-6), and cellular stress response under standardized in vitro conditions.
COMMON RESEARCH APPLICATIONS
B-Lymphocyte Activation & Immune Modulation
Crystagen is examined in Ramos B-cell and primary splenocyte models under mitogenic challenge to study B-cell surface marker expression (CD19, CD20, CD69), immunoglobulin secretion pathway markers, and proliferation endpoint characterization.Thymocyte Proliferation & Thymic Cytoprotection Assays
Used in primary thymocyte and thymic epithelial cell (TEC) models to assess PCNA expression, Ki-67 proliferation index, and thymic cortex/medulla compartment marker integrity under oxidative or aging-model stress conditions.NF-κB Pathway Modulation in Immune Cells
Examined in Jurkat T-cell and RAW 264.7 macrophage models under cytokine challenge (TNF-α, IL-1β) to characterize effects on NF-κB p65 nuclear translocation, IL-6 and IL-8 secretion, and inflammatory pathway endpoint modulation.Comparative Khavinson Immune Peptide Screening
Benchmarked alongside related thymic bioregulators (Thymalin, Vilon) to characterize tissue-selective immune signaling profiles, B- vs. T-cell activity ratios, and shared vs. distinct pathway features within the short peptide bioregulator class. -
Chemical Identity
Compound Name: Crystagen
Internal Catalog Code: Crystagen
CAS Number: Not registered (synthetic tripeptide EDP; Glu-Asp-Pro)
Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₂₁N₃O₈
Molecular Weight: 359.34 g/mol
Physical Properties
Appearance: Lyophilized powder
Quality & Testing
Purity: As listed on lot-specific COA
Testing Method : HPLC (as applicable) · identity confirmation per COA
Verification
COA: Lot-specific, included with order (QR on label)
Handling & Storage
Storage Temperature: Store desiccated at −20°C for long-term; 2–8°C short-term. Protect from light. Refer to SDS/COA for compound-specific handling.
Light Sensitivity: Protect from light
Moisture: Store desiccated when applicable
Available Strengths: 20 mg
SKU (20 mg): VE-CRYS-020
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What is this product?
Crystagen (EDP, Glu-Asp-Pro) is supplied as a lyophilized synthetic tripeptide (MW 359.34 g/mol, C₁₄H₂₁N₃O₈) from the Khavinson bioregulator series for laboratory research use only. It is studied as a model thymic immune cytoprotective peptide. Available as VE-CRYS-020 (20 mg).
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What purity and testing methods are used?
Each lot is tested by reverse-phase HPLC and MS confirmation to ≥98% purity with sequence verification (Glu-Asp-Pro confirmed). A lot-specific COA is included with every order, accessible via QR code on the label.
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What are the key chemical identifiers?
No registered CAS number (synthetic tripeptide complex) · Molecular formula C₁₄H₂₁N₃O₈ · MW 359.34 g/mol · Sequence: H-Glu-Asp-Pro-OH · Synonyms: EDP, AC-6 peptide complex, Khavinson thymic tripeptide.
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How is Crystagen reconstituted for research use?
Dissolve in sterile water or PBS (pH 7.0) at ~5 mg/mL. Use immediately or aliquot and store at −80°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Protect from light and moisture.
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What is the recommended storage upon receipt?
Store immediately at −20°C in a desiccated environment. Short-term at 2–8°C acceptable for up to 2 weeks of active use. Inspect vials for integrity upon receipt.
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What is a COA and why does it matter?
A COA documents lot-specific purity (HPLC ≥98%), sequence verification (MS: Glu-Asp-Pro confirmed), and appearance. Each Crystagen lot ships with a QR-accessible COA. Review before use to confirm identity and purity meet your experimental requirements.
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