GHK-Cu Peptide
50mg · Lyophilized Powder · ≥98%
GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide GHK-Cu) is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide first identified in human plasma by Dr. Loren Pickart in 1973. It consists of glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine with a copper(II) ion. Plasma levels decline significantly with age — from approximately 200 ng/mL at age 20 to 80 ng/mL by age 60. Research has examined its effects on collagen synthesis, wound healing, and gene expression modulation.
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GHK-Cu
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FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Products sold by Healthy Aminos are intended strictly for in-vitro research and laboratory use. Not for human or animal consumption. Not FDA approved. By purchasing from Healthy Aminos, the buyer acknowledges that these products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All products are sold as reference standards and research chemicals only.
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Copper-dependent modulation of gene expression affecting collagen, decorin, and tissue remodeling enzymes. Research has shown it modulates expression of over 4,000 human genes, with upregulation of collagen synthesis and tissue repair pathways.
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GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper complex) is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide first identified in human plasma by Dr. Loren Pickart in 1973. Research has examined its role in copper delivery, gene expression modulation, and extracellular matrix remodeling across more than 150 published studies.
Gene Expression Research
Studies using gene expression profiling (Broad Institute Connectivity Map) have investigated GHK-Cu's effects on gene expression patterns. Published research identified modulation of approximately 4,000 human genes, with researchers examining pathways related to extracellular matrix proteins, growth factors, and antioxidant enzymes. These studies used in vitro cell culture models.
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Collagen and Extracellular Matrix Research
Published research has examined GHK-Cu's effects on collagen synthesis in fibroblast cell culture models. Studies investigated its role in stimulating production of collagen types I and III, decorin, and glycosaminoglycans. Research also examined its effects on metalloproteinase activity and extracellular matrix turnover in skin tissue models.
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Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Research
Studies have investigated GHK-Cu as a copper delivery vehicle and its effects on antioxidant enzyme expression. Published research examined superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity and inflammatory cytokine markers in cell culture models exposed to oxidative stress conditions.
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The studies referenced above are presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical claims. All Healthy Aminos products are sold for research use only and are not intended for human consumption.
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FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Products sold by Healthy Aminos are intended strictly for in-vitro research and laboratory use. Not for human or animal consumption. Not FDA approved. By purchasing from Healthy Aminos, the buyer acknowledges that these products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All products are sold as reference standards and research chemicals only.