Description
Description & Mechanism
B7-33 is a 26-residue single-chain peptide derived from the B-chain of human relaxin-2. In research contexts it is studied as a molecular probe for signalling through the relaxin family peptide receptor 1 (RXFP1), a G protein-coupled receptor, providing a defined single-chain alternative to recombinant two-chain relaxin for receptor-pharmacology studies.
In cell-based assays B7-33 behaves as a functionally selective (“biased”) agonist, preferentially engaging the pERK1/2 signalling arm with comparatively weaker cAMP accumulation relative to native relaxin-2. In cultured fibroblast and tissue models, RXFP1 engagement has been used to interrogate TGF-β/Smad2 signalling and matrix metalloproteinase expression. Observed responses are dependent on experimental conditions, concentration and model system; the peptide is used as a molecular probe rather than for defined physiological outcomes.
Applications in Research
- In-vitro characterisation of RXFP1 receptor pharmacology and biased/functionally selective GPCR signalling (cAMP vs pERK assays)
- Cellular models of fibrosis (cardiac, renal, pulmonary, hepatic fibroblast cultures) examining collagen / TGF-β signalling
- Preclinical rodent models of adverse cardiac remodelling as a relaxin mimetic
- Structure–activity / minimal-pharmacophore studies of relaxin-derived single-chain peptides
Specifications Summary
| Parameter | Typical Value / Range |
|---|---|
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥ 99 % |
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilised powder |
| Molecular Weight | 2986.58 g/mol |
| Peptide Type | Synthetic single-chain relaxin-family peptide (RXFP1 receptor agonist) |
| Solubility | Water, buffered aqueous solutions |
| Storage | –20 °C, desiccated, dark |
| Pack Size | 6 mg (total) |
Handling, Reconstitution & Stability
- Weigh under dry conditions; peptide is hygroscopic
- Reconstitute in sterile water or appropriate buffered aqueous solution depending on assay requirements
- Avoid vigorous agitation during dissolution
- Filter sterilize if required (e.g. 0.22 µm) prior to use
- Aliquot and store reconstituted solutions at –20 °C or below to minimise degradation
- Avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles
Precautions & Notes
- Experimental behaviour is dependent on concentration, model system and exposure conditions
- As a receptor agonist, appropriate vehicle and receptor-negative controls are recommended
- Prolonged exposure to light, elevated temperature or aqueous environments may reduce stability
- Intended strictly for laboratory research use; not for human or veterinary application










