Human C Peptide (Active)

The Antibodies.com Human C Peptide (Active) is a 31-amino acid connecting polypeptide produced endogenously during the enzymatic cleavage of proinsulin into mature insulin within pancreatic beta cells. This preparation is supplied as a 100 ug liquid aliquot in an unconjugated format, ready for direct incorporation into experimental workflows across diabetes and metabolic disease research.

Researchers commonly employ active C-peptide as a calibration standard in immunoassays, as an immunogen for generating specific polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies, and as a reference compound in mass spectrometry-based quantification. Additional uses include in vitro stimulation of islet cell preparations, evaluation of beta-cell secretory capacity, and investigation of the signaling activity attributed to C-peptide itself, which is biologically distinct from insulin-mediated pathways.

For handling, store the vial at -20 degrees C and aliquot upon first thaw to limit repeated freeze-thaw cycles that may compromise biological activity. The peptide is intended for research use only.