Research Peptides

Myostatin Propeptide

Myostatin Propeptide is the naturally occurring inhibitory domain of myostatin (GDF-8) that maintains myostatin in its latent, inactive form. When administered exogenously, it binds and neutralizes active myostatin, removing the biological brake on muscle growth. Research applications include muscle wasting, sarcopenia, and muscular dystrophy models.

Technical Specifications

Sequence / StructureMyostatin pro-domain peptide (latency-associated peptide)
Molecular Weight~27 kDa
Purity>=95%
AppearanceWhite lyophilized powder
StorageStore at -20C, reconstituted at 2-8C
SolubilitySoluble in water

Application Areas

  • Muscle growth research
  • Sarcopenia studies
  • Muscular dystrophy models
  • Myostatin signaling
  • Muscle wasting prevention
  • Exercise physiology

Published Research on Myostatin Propeptide

Lee SJ, McPherron AC. (2001) — Regulation of myostatin activity and muscle growth. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. DOI: 10.1073/pnas.151270098

Wolfman NM, McPherron AC, Pappano WN, et al. (2003) — Activation of latent myostatin by the BMP-1/tolloid family of metalloproteinases. Proc Natl Acad Sci USA. DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2534946100

Bogdanovich S, Krag TO, Barton ER, et al. (2002) — Functional improvement of dystrophic muscle by myostatin blockade. Nature. DOI: 10.1038/nature01154

Frequently Asked Questions About Myostatin Propeptide

Myostatin Propeptide is the naturally occurring inhibitory domain of myostatin that keeps it in an inactive latent complex, effectively blocking myostatin signaling when administered exogenously.

The propeptide binds non-covalently to active myostatin, preventing it from interacting with its receptor (ActRIIB) and blocking downstream anti-growth signaling.

Our wholesale Myostatin Propeptide is >=95% pure with full quality documentation.

It is studied in muscle wasting, sarcopenia, muscular dystrophy, cachexia, and exercise physiology research.

Store lyophilized at -20C or -80C. Reconstituted solutions at 2-8C for short-term use.

Yes, we offer wholesale pricing with volume-based discounts. Contact us for details.

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