RESEARCH LIBRARY
BPC-157 — Scientific Overview
Body Protection Compound-157. A synthetic pentadecapeptide of 15 amino acids, derived from human gastric juice and studied extensively in peer-reviewed literature.
Mechanism of Action
BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a synthetic pentadecapeptide consisting of 15 amino acids. Research indicates that BPC-157 promotes angiogenesis, modulates growth hormone receptor expression in tendon fibroblasts, and influences the nitric oxide (NO) system. Published studies demonstrate significant effects on wound healing, tendon and muscle repair, and gastrointestinal function in research models.
The compound was originally derived from a protective protein found in human gastric juice. Its research profile spans musculoskeletal healing, gut motility, and neuroprotection. All references below represent published peer-reviewed studies conducted in research settings.
PURITY STANDARDS AND TESTING
≥98%
Minimum Purity
All Katharos Laboratories peptides are tested to a minimum 98% purity threshold by HPLC analysis prior to release.
HPLC
Chromatography Testing
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography confirms compound identity and quantifies purity with high precision across every batch.
MS
Mass Spectrometry
Mass spectrometry verification confirms molecular weight and sequence integrity. Both test results are included in every Certificate of Analysis.
Published Literature
Sikiric P, et al. Stable Gastric Pentadecapeptide BPC 157. Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2018. Comprehensive review of BPC-157 research in gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal models.
Chang CH, et al. The promoting effect of pentadecapeptide BPC 157 on tendon healing. Journal of Applied Physiology, 2011. Examines the effect of BPC-157 on fibroblast proliferation and tendon repair.
Sikiric P, et al. Brain-gut axis and pentadecapeptide BPC 157. Current Neuropharmacology, 2016. Evaluation of central nervous system effects including dopaminergic system modulation.
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BPC-157 5mg — ≥98% purity — lyophilized — COA included