Ucn3
Urocortin III
Human 38-aa peptide; exact canonical sequence not included here Amino Acids · MW: N/A
Amino Acids
Human 38-aa peptide; exact canonical sequence not included here
Molecular Weight
N/A
Half-life
N/A
Research Score
4.2
Studies
85
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Ucn3?
Urocortin III is another CRF-family peptide with strong CRF2 selectivity and important central nervous system actions. It is used in research on feeding behavior, autonomic output, and stress adaptation.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
appetite regulation
stress-axis modulation
cardiac/autonomic signaling
Research Summary
Urocortin III is widely used to study hypothalamic and limbic CRF2 circuits. Preclinical work connects it to energy balance, anxiety-related behavior, and endocrine responses to stress.
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