Oxytocin is a nine amino acid neuropeptide hormone studied across social behavior neuroscience, receptor signaling, and smooth muscle research in preclinical models.
Oxytocin is a cyclic nonapeptide produced in the hypothalamus and one of the most studied neuropeptides in behavioral neuroscience. Research applications span oxytocin receptor signaling, social behavior and bonding models in animals, and classic smooth muscle preparations, making it a versatile reference compound across multiple research domains.
Research Applications
Handling & Storage
Supplied as a lyophilized powder. Store sealed vials in a cool, dry place away from light; refrigerate after reconstitution with bacteriostatic water and avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
This compound is intended for in-vitro research and laboratory use only. Not for human consumption.
Every batch of Oxytocin is independently tested for identity and purity, and ships with its own Certificate of Analysis — lot information included, where a researcher can actually find it.
View Testing Documentation →Batch COA provided with every order.
A curated list of published, peer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed where Oxytocin has been studied. Provided for research context only — linking to the literature does not constitute endorsement of any therapeutic application.
Oxytocin is a nine amino acid neuropeptide hormone studied across social behavior neuroscience, receptor signaling, and smooth muscle research in preclinical models. This compound is intended for in-vitro research and laboratory use only. Not for human consumption.
Every batch is independently third-party tested using HPLC purity analysis and mass spectrometry. We guarantee ≥99% purity on all our research peptides, with a full Certificate of Analysis provided for each lot.
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