Core terms
Peptide — a short chain of amino acids. Amino acid — the building block of peptides. Sequence — the order of amino acids that defines a peptide. Synthetic — made by chemical synthesis rather than extracted.
Format and handling terms
Lyophilised — freeze-dried; a dry format. Reconstitution — dissolving a dry material into a liquid. Concentration — amount of material per volume. Aliquot — a measured portion of a material or solution.
Documentation terms
Batch / lot — a specific production run. COA — Certificate of Analysis, reporting batch results. HPLC — a separation method used for purity. Mass spectrometry — a method used to confirm identity by mass. SDS — Safety Data Sheet, for handling and safety. Research use only — supplied for laboratory research, not for human or animal use.
Frequently asked questions
What does reconstitution mean?
Dissolving a dry, lyophilised material into a liquid to make a solution.
What is a COA?
A Certificate of Analysis: a batch-specific document reporting analytical results.