Thymosin Alpha-1 (Tα1) is a 28-amino acid peptide originally isolated from Thymosin Fraction 5, a preparation derived from bovine thymus tissue. It is one of the most extensively characterized immunomodulatory peptides, with over 4,400 published studies investigating its role in immune system regulation.
**Molecular Profile:**
- Molecular Formula: C₁₂₉H₂₁₅N₃₃O₅₅
- Molecular Weight: 3,108 g/mol
- Length: 28 amino acids (acetylated N-terminus)
- CAS Number: 62304-98-7
**Research Applications:**
- T-cell maturation and differentiation (CD4+, CD8+)
- Dendritic cell activation and antigen presentation
- NK cell cytotoxicity enhancement
- Toll-like receptor (TLR) signaling modulation
- Cytokine profile regulation (IL-2, IFN-α, IFN-γ)
- Vaccine adjuvant effect studies
- Immune reconstitution in immunocompromised models
**Quality Standards:**
- Purity: ≥99% verified by HPLC
- Third-party tested with COA included
*FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Not for human consumption.*
Researchers should refer to peer-reviewed publications for primary sources on this compound. Thymosin Alpha-1 is sold strictly for laboratory research use and is not intended for human or veterinary use.