What is Follistatin used for?

Follistatin is a synthetic peptide compound studied in laboratory research settings. It has molecular formula N/A (recombinant protein), a molecular weight of ~37,000 to 40,000 Da (recombinant); ~3780 Da (synthetic truncated form), CAS 117628-82-7. Published preclinical research has documented its interactions with the Myostatin (GDF-8), Activin A. It is intended for in vitro research use only and is not approved for human consumption.

What purity level does Amino Foundry's Follistatin have?

Amino Foundry supplies Follistatin at ≥99% purity, verified by third-party HPLC and mass spectrometry analysis. Certificates of Analysis are available upon request.

How is Follistatin supplied?

Follistatin is supplied as a lyophilized powder in sealed research-grade vials, intended for in vitro and laboratory research use only.

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Follistatin

Name: Follistatin
Brand: Amino Foundry
SKU: AF-FOLLISTATIN

≥98.8% HPLC Verified Purity

CAS Number117628-82-7

Molecular Weight~37,000 to 40,000 Da (recombinant); ~3780 Da (synthetic truncated form)

Molecular FormulaN/A (recombinant protein)

Storage-20 °C, lyophilized

$150.00/ vial

RESEARCH USE ONLY: This compound is intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Not evaluated by the FDA. Must be 21+ to purchase.

What is Follistatin?

Follistatin is a endogenous glycoprotein, activin-binding protein, and myostatin inhibitor. With the molecular formula Glycoprotein and a molecular weight of ~34 kDa (CAS: 117628-82-7), it is characterized in foundational biochemical research.

Classification: Endogenous Glycoprotein,Myostatin (GDF-8)Activin A

Specifications

CAS Number	117628-82-7
Molecular Formula	N/A (recombinant protein)
Molecular Weight	~37,000 to 40,000 Da (recombinant); ~3780 Da (synthetic truncated form)
Purity	≥98.8% (HPLC verified)
Form	Lyophilized powder
Storage	-20 °C, lyophilized
Shipping	Insulated protective packaging

Mechanism of Action

Myostatin (GDF-8)

Receptor interaction

Published research demonstrates Follistatin modulates targeted signaling cascades within cell tissue models.

Activin A

Signaling cascade

In cellular environments, Follistatin exhibits selective binding and corresponding pathway activation.

Storage & Handling

Temperature:-20°C for long-term storage

Light Sensitivity:Protect from direct light

Stability Duration:Stable for 24 months when stored properly

Research-grade sequence verification via standard assays.

Related Compounds

BPC-157 TB-500 CJC-1295 NO DAC

Research Use Only

All compounds are sold strictly for laboratory research use. Not for human use. These products are not drugs, supplements, or food. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Must be 21+ to purchase. This compound is intended exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Follistatin

What is Follistatin?

Specifications