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Updated 2026-06-13. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
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.
Identity and purity checks for peptide material typically combine reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography with mass measurement, since retention time alone cannot confirm a sequence. Mass measurement verifies the expected molecular mass within instrument tolerance, while chromatographic peak area provides a purity estimate. Anti-doping analysis of urine uses related but more sensitive workflows, sometimes after solid-phase extraction. For research material, batch documentation, certificate content, and independent testing are common points of scrutiny, because supply chains outside pharmaceutical regulation vary widely in the paperwork they provide.
Reconstitution of a lyophilized peptide is normally done with sterile water or a suitable buffer under aseptic conditions. Adding solvent down the vial wall and allowing gentle dissolution instead of vigorous vortexing reduces the chance of aggregation, which can lower the effective concentration of the resulting solution. Concentrated stocks are usually diluted into working buffer shortly before use. Because no standard preparation protocol exists for TB-500 specifically, laboratories adapt general peptide handling practice, and reported results may reflect differing preparation choices.
Dry peptide powder is commonly kept at −20 °C in a desiccated container away from light, a practice that limits moisture uptake and oxidation. Once dissolved, solutions are generally held at 2–8 °C for short periods or frozen at −20 °C or lower for longer storage, with repeated freeze-thaw cycles avoided. Hydrolysis and oxidation are the main degradation routes for peptides in solution, and both accelerate at higher temperature or extreme pH. Published stability data specific to TB-500 are limited, so shelf life should be treated as uncertain.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H68N10O14 | Acetylated heptapeptide form |
| Monoisotopic mass | 888.5 Da | Average mass about 889 Da |
| Appearance | White to off-white solid | Usually supplied as lyophilised powder |
| Solubility class | Highly water soluble | Also dissolves in aqueous buffers |
| Common synonyms | Tbeta4 fragment, thymosin beta-4 (17-23) | Refer to the same sequence |
Once in solution, short peptides are generally less stable than the dry powder, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles are a common cause of loss. Laboratory guidance usually calls for aliquoting on first dissolution and storing aliquots at -20 °C or below, away from light. Adsorption to plastic and glass surfaces can lower measured concentration, particularly at low concentrations, so container material and buffer choice can affect results. Visible cloudiness, colour change or unexpected precipitate is a signal to re-check the material.
Purity is normally assessed by reversed-phase HPLC, with the main peak reported as a percentage of total peak area, while identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry. Electrospray and MALDI-TOF instruments are both used, and the observed mass is compared with the value calculated from the stated sequence. Ion-exchange or size-exclusion methods appear where aggregation or charge variants are of interest. Water content, counter-ion content and residual trifluoroacetate from purification are separate variables that can shift the measured mass and should be weighed when reading a certificate of analysis.
Research peptides are typically supplied as a white to off-white lyophilised powder in a sealed vial. The dry solid is more stable than a solution and is normally kept refrigerated or frozen until use. Dissolution is usually done in water, phosphate-buffered saline or a similar aqueous medium, depending on the assay. Because the material is hygroscopic and easily contaminated, opening vials in a low-humidity environment and recording the lot number before use are standard laboratory practices.
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.
Purity and identity are separate measurements and are often confused. Reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, usually with ultraviolet detection near 214 nanometres, reports the share of total peak area belonging to the target compound. Mass spectrometry by electrospray or matrix-assisted laser desorption then checks whether the observed mass matches the expected sequence. Neither measurement alone shows that a vial holds the intended peptide. Peptide content, meaning the fraction of vial mass that is genuine peptide rather than counter-ion, water or residual acid, is reported separately and is frequently lower than the stated purity figure.
The regulatory position is broadly consistent across major jurisdictions: no thymosin beta-4 fragment is an approved medicine, and laboratory material is commonly labelled as not intended for human consumption. Anti-doping rules in sport list thymosin beta-4 and its fragments among prohibited peptide hormones. Because these products travel through research-chemical channels rather than pharmaceutical supply chains, quality varies considerably between vendors. Independent testing of identity, purity and sterility is the only dependable check, and a certificate of analysis describes one batch rather than a supplier's whole catalogue.
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No. TB-500 is a short synthetic peptide matching residues 17 to 23 of thymosin beta-4, while the parent protein contains 43 residues. The fragment lacks the rest of the protein sequence, so the two are related but not identical.
It consists of leucine, lysine, lysine, threonine, glutamic acid, threonine, and glutamine in that order. The N-terminal leucine is usually acetylated in the forms described in catalogues.
Controlled human data is limited, and most published findings come from cell culture or animal work. This makes it difficult to state clinical effects with confidence.
Standard practice is a desiccated container at −20 °C, protected from light and kept sealed between uses. Letting the vial reach room temperature before opening reduces condensation on the powder. Repeated warming and cooling of the whole container is generally avoided.