Description

Glutathione is a naturally occurring tripeptide composed of glutamate, cysteine and glycine and is an important component of cellular redox systems.

It has been extensively investigated in biochemical and cellular research for its involvement in antioxidant defence, oxidative stress, redox signalling, cellular metabolism and detoxification-associated pathways.

Research

Glutathione exists within biological systems in reduced and oxidised forms, making the balance between these states an important area of research into cellular redox regulation.

Areas of research interest include:

• Cellular antioxidant systems
• Oxidative stress and redox regulation
• Glutathione metabolism
• Cellular redox signalling
• Reactive oxygen species research
• Enzyme-mediated antioxidant pathways
• Cellular detoxification mechanisms
• Mitochondrial and metabolic processes

Glutathione is also widely investigated alongside enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase and glutathione reductase, which participate in maintaining cellular redox balance.

Product Information

Compound: Glutathione
Type: Tripeptide
Composition: Glutamate, cysteine and glycine
Research Classification: Cellular redox and antioxidant research compound
Form: Lyophilised powder
Application: Laboratory research

Storage & Handling

For optimal stability, lyophilised research materials should be stored appropriately and protected from heat, moisture and direct light.

Lyophilised: Store at −20°C in a dry environment.
Reconstituted: Store at 2–8°C under appropriate laboratory conditions.
Long-term storage: Aliquot and freeze at −20°C where required by the research protocol.
Handling: Avoid unnecessary or repeated freeze–thaw cycles.

Always follow appropriate laboratory handling procedures and the requirements of the applicable research protocol.

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Research Use Only

This product is supplied strictly for laboratory, analytical and scientific research purposes only.

It is not a medicinal product, food, cosmetic or dietary supplement and is not intended or approved for human or veterinary use.

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