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Bone / Cartilage · Bone / cartilage biology peptide · OSTP-013

Elcatonin

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Elcatonin reference vial
Drug class
Bone / cartilage biology peptide
Status
Research use only
Catalog code
OSTP-013
Also known as
OSTP-013
Reviewed
2026-06-01 · Kindr Health Clinical Team

What Elcatonin is studied for

  • Osteoblast / osteoclast differentiation assays
  • Chondrocyte and cartilage-explant remodeling studies
  • Bone-resorption and mineralization models
  • Biomaterial functionalization for orthopaedic scaffolds

Mechanism of action

Elcatonin sits within the Bone / Cartilage research class (CPC reference OSTP-013). These peptides interact with bone- and cartilage-relevant receptors and matrix proteins — including RANK/RANKL, PTH1R, integrins, and collagen-binding motifs — modulating osteoblast, osteoclast, and chondrocyte activity in cellular and organ-culture models. Investigators typically incorporate Elcatonin as a reference standard, tool ligand, or substrate in the assay contexts listed above. Commonly paired with ALP, TRAP, or Alizarin Red staining in cell-based readouts.

Frequently asked questions

What is Elcatonin?

Elcatonin (CPC catalog code OSTP-013) is a synthetic bone / cartilage biology peptide in the bone / cartilage category. It is provided as a lyophilized ~1 mg vial for in-vitro research use only.

What is Elcatonin studied for?

Published and internal research programs use Elcatonin as a reference standard in bone / cartilage workflows — for example, osteoblast / osteoclast differentiation assays and chondrocyte and cartilage-explant remodeling studies. Human clinical evidence is not established.

Is Elcatonin FDA-approved for human use?

No. Elcatonin is a research-grade reference peptide and is not approved by the FDA or any national regulator for human or veterinary therapeutic use. It is offered exclusively for in-vitro laboratory research and does not ship to the United States for consumer use.

How is Elcatonin typically used in the lab?

In a bone / cartilage workflow, Elcatonin is reconstituted in sterile buffer or DMSO (solubility-dependent) and applied in the researcher's chosen assay format. Commonly paired with ALP, TRAP, or Alizarin Red staining in cell-based readouts.

How should Elcatonin be stored?

Store lyophilized at −20 °C. Reconstitute in sterile buffer immediately before use. Follow your institution's standard operating procedures for handling synthetic peptides.

Where does the Elcatonin product page point to?

This kindr reference page mirrors CPC Scientific's catalog metadata for OSTP-013. The upstream reference sheet — including sequence, purity, MW, and application notes where published — is linked from the buy panel. All orders placed on kindr Peptides ship internationally under research-use terms only.

What quality specifications apply to Elcatonin?

Research-grade peptides in the CPC catalog are synthesized by solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS), purified by preparative RP-HPLC, and characterized by analytical HPLC and mass spectrometry. Typical purity is ≥95%; certificate of analysis is available on request.

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