Leptin

Recombinant Human Leptin

146 aa Amino Acids · MW: 16000 Da

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Amino Acids

146 aa

Molecular Weight

16000 Da

Half-life

2-4 hours

Research Score

4.6

Studies

800

Storage

Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C

What is Leptin?

Leptin is an adipocyte-derived hormone that signals energy sufficiency to the hypothalamus and suppresses appetite. In research, it is most effective in congenital leptin deficiency or hypoleptinemic states rather than common obesity.

Key Benefits & Mechanisms

appetite suppression

improved satiety signaling

reduced meal size

energy homeostasis support

Research Summary

Leptin has extensive literature supporting its role in appetite regulation, body-fat signaling, and reproductive-metabolic adaptation. Clinical benefit is strongest in rare leptin-deficient syndromes, while most common obesity states show leptin resistance.

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