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Updated 2025-12-27. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
TB-500 is a synthetic heptapeptide with the sequence Ac-LKKTETQ. It corresponds to a short N-terminal region of thymosin beta-4, a 43-amino-acid protein found in many cell types. The fragment contains an actin-binding motif, which is one reason it appears in laboratory studies of cell migration and cytoskeletal dynamics. TB-500 is not the full-length protein and is produced as a research chemical rather than an approved therapeutic agent. Its molecular weight is approximately 889 Da.
Several names appear in scientific and commercial contexts for this peptide. The label TB-500 is informal and does not follow standard biochemical nomenclature. Research articles more often describe the compound as a thymosin beta-4 fragment, Tβ4 fragment, or by its sequence Ac-LKKTETQ. Confusing TB-500 with full-length thymosin beta-4 can lead to incorrect assumptions about activity because the fragment lacks the remaining residues of the parent protein. The relationship between fragment and parent protein remains an active area of study.
Regulatory status differs by country, but TB-500 is not an approved pharmaceutical in major jurisdictions. It is commonly sold as a research chemical for laboratory use, which places responsibility for identity and purity on the supplier and the laboratory. Published human data are limited, and most reports involve preclinical models or cell culture. Questions about whether the fragment mimics all actions of thymosin beta-4, and under which conditions, remain open. Independent verification of any material is therefore a practical requirement in research settings.
The compound is most often distributed as a lyophilized powder, appearing white to off-white and forming a loose cake or fluffy solid. It is hygroscopic to some degree, so brief exposure to humid air can add water weight and complicate weighing. The peptide dissolves readily in water and in neutral aqueous buffers, and aqueous solubility is generally described as high, well above the concentrations used in typical assays. Some polar organic solvents are also usable, which matters when a concentrated stock is prepared before dilution into buffer.
Storage recommendations center on keeping the dry powder cold, dry, and dark. A freezer at -20 degrees Celsius or below is conventional, and desiccant is often included to limit moisture uptake. Once dissolved, the peptide is less stable, and solutions are typically kept frozen and thawed only once. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles are a common source of losses because they promote aggregation and adsorption to container surfaces. Working aliquots are therefore prepared in advance, and glass or low-binding plastic is usually preferred over ordinary laboratory plastic.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C38H68N10O14 | Calculated for the acetylated heptapeptide |
| Molecular weight | ~889 Da | Monoisotopic mass approximately 889.0 Da |
| Amino acid sequence | Ac-LKKTETQ | N-terminal acetylated seven-residue peptide |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Typically supplied as a lyophilized solid |
| Solubility class | Water-soluble | Peptides of this size generally dissolve in aqueous media |
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.
Proposed activity centers on actin sequestration and on the movement of cells during repair processes. In cell culture and animal models, the fragment has been associated with migration, tube formation, and tissue remodeling. These observations are frequently described as preliminary, because most published work uses rodent or in vitro systems rather than controlled human trials. Whether the short fragment reproduces the effects of the full protein remains an open question, and the relationship between dose, route, and measured outcome is not well characterized.
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.
Sports authorities classify the peptide as a prohibited substance, and it appears on the World Anti-Doping Agency list under peptide hormones, growth factors, and related substances. Racing jurisdictions for horses and dogs have issued separate restrictions, and several national bodies treat it as a controlled or prescription-only item. As a research chemical it is sold without a therapeutic indication, and labels usually state that the product is not for human or veterinary use. Regulatory treatment therefore varies by country.
Detection in biological matrices generally relies on liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry, because the peptide lacks a convenient ultraviolet chromophore beyond the amide backbone. Immunoassays have been described, but antibodies raised against the fragment can cross-react with the full-length protein or with unrelated peptides, so findings usually require confirmation by a second technique. Sample preparation typically involves protein precipitation followed by solid-phase extraction. Reported detection windows depend on dose, route, matrix, and instrument sensitivity.
Lyophilised material is stable for extended periods when kept dry and cold, and suppliers typically recommend storage well below freezing. Once dissolved, the peptide is handled at refrigeration temperatures and used within a short period, because peptide bonds and the acetylated terminus can be affected by repeated freeze-thaw cycles, proteases, or extreme pH. Bacteriostatic water and saline are both described as solvents, although preservatives can interfere with some analytical workflows. Reconstituted solutions are inspected for particulates before use.
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TB-500 is a synthetic heptapeptide corresponding to a fragment of thymosin beta-4. It is used in laboratory research and is not an approved drug.
No. Thymosin beta-4 is a 43-amino-acid protein, while TB-500 represents only a short N-terminal segment. The two should not be treated as interchangeable in experimental design.
It is often called a thymosin beta-4 fragment, Tβ4 fragment, or Ac-LKKTETQ. The name TB-500 is mainly a commercial or catalog label rather than a formal chemical name.
Short transit at ambient temperature is generally tolerated, but long-term storage at room temperature is not recommended. Heat, moisture, and light all accelerate degradation. Cold, dry, dark storage is the conventional choice.