AICAR
PH-AICAR-001
Specifications
Description
AICAR (5-Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleoside) is a high-purity (≥99%) AMPK activator with a molecular weight of 258.2 Da and molecular formula C9H14N4O5. This adenosine analog serves as a valuable tool for metabolic pathway research and cellular energy sensing studies. Supplied as a crystalline powder, store at -20°C desiccated. Widely used in studies examining glucose uptake, fatty acid oxidation, and metabolic regulation.
Documentation
Storage and Handling
- ❄️ Store lyophilized peptide at -20°C or below
- 🔒 Protect from light and moisture
- 🌡️ Allow vial to reach room temperature before opening
- 💧 Reconstitute with appropriate sterile solvent
- 📦 Aliquot to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles
Research Overview
AICAR is a synthetic peptide compound used in laboratory research settings. Researchers studying metabolic regulation and energy homeostasis use this compound to investigate cellular signaling pathways, receptor binding affinities, and structure-activity relationships. Each batch is manufactured under controlled conditions and verified through HPLC and mass spectrometry analysis to ensure consistency across experimental replicates.
Documentation & Resources
- Certificate of Analysis for AICAR — batch-specific purity and identity verification
- Research Blog — protocols, guides, and peptide research literature
- Research Use Policy — handling and compliance guidelines
