KPV: Structure & Analytical Reference
KPV is the C-terminal tripeptide sequence of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. This page summarizes its identity, research context, and documentation.
Reference identity
| Class | Signaling Peptide |
| Length | 3 amino acids |
| Sequence / identity | Lys-Pro-Val |
| Parent sequence | alpha-MSH(11-13) |
| Documentation | certificate on release |
About the molecule
KPV is the tripeptide Lys-Pro-Val, the C-terminal message sequence of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, designated alpha-MSH(11-13).
Research context
KPV has been studied as the C-terminal fragment of alpha-MSH. Research models report effects on epithelial repair with involvement of nitric-oxide pathways. This is neutral reference information about what has been examined in research models; it is not a statement of effect in humans.
References
According to PubMed: Bonfiglio V et al. (2006), doi:10.1016/j.exer.2006.07.014.
How it is documented
Where analysis is published for a released batch, its certificate records the available identity and purity results. Look up the lot number on the vial to retrieve any published record.