Humanin
Humanin is a genuine mitochondrial-derived peptide whose levels relate to age in human samples, per systematic review. Protective effects come...
About:
A mitochondrial derived peptide studied for cytoprotective effects and associations with ageing.
What does this peptide do?
Backed by human trial data, narrower than the strongest evidence. Research focuses on cytoprotective effects and ageing.
Cytoprotective effects
Studied for cytoprotective effects in laboratory work.
Ageing research
Examined for associations with ageing.
Evidence grade
BHighest evidence grade among the graded claims: B. Grades reflect study strength, not benefit.
What are the benefits and side effects of this peptide
What research says it may help with
- Humanin is a genuine mitochondrial-derived peptide whose levels relate to age in human samples, per systematic review.
- One meta-analysis reported humanin promoting tumour progression in an experimental cancer model, which belongs.
Who should avoid it
- People who are pregnant or breastfeeding
- Children and adolescents
- People with active or prior cancer, given reported tumour-progression findings in an experimental model
- Known hypersensitivity to peptide preparations
See the safety section. Absence of a flag is not evidence of safety.
A grade reflects evidence strength, not a recommendation to use this compound; a strong grade can attach to a harmful effect.
How to store this peptide
Typically sold as a lyophilized powder. Reconstituted solutions are perishable, need refrigeration, and require clean handling to avoid contamination.
Lyophilized storage
Store at −20 °C, protected from light.
Reconstituted storage
Keep at 2–8 °C and use within a short period. For longer storage, aliquot and freeze at −20 °C.
Storage Handling
Avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles. Let the vial reach room temperature before opening.
Related research
Related research is coming soon for this peptide.
