Trefoil factor 2
Trefoil factor 2 (Spasmolytic Polypeptide)
106 Amino Acids · MW: ≈11–12 kDa
Amino Acids
106
Molecular Weight
≈11–12 kDa
Half-life
Unknown
Research Score
4.3
Studies
80
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Trefoil factor 2?
A gastric trefoil peptide involved in mucosal restitution and epithelial barrier repair. It is a classic gastroprotective factor in ulcer and injury models.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
epithelial restitution
barrier protection
ulcer healing
Research Summary
TFF2 strengthens mucus-barrier repair and epithelial restitution after gastric injury in experimental systems, making it a well-known gastric-protective peptide.
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