AOD-9604 KIT (10 VIALS)

AOD-9604 is an experimental peptide fragment derived from human growth hormone (hGH), developed to investigate pathways involved in lipid metabolism and adipose tissue biology without reproducing the full range of growth hormone activity.

Research has focused on its potential effects on lipolysis, fatty-acid metabolism, and regulation of adipocyte function. AOD-9604 is based on a modified region of the C-terminal portion of hGH and has been studied in preclinical models of obesity and metabolic dysfunction.

Proposed mechanisms include modulation of fat-cell metabolism and stimulation of lipolytic processes, while research has also examined its effects on cartilage and tissue biology.

Unlike intact growth hormone, AOD-9604 does not appear to exert its effects primarily through the classical GH/IGF-1 growth-promoting pathway, which has contributed to interest in its metabolic research profile. Its biological activity, mechanisms, and potential applications remain subjects of experimental investigation.

Notable Research:
Heffernan M, Jiang WJ, Thorburn AW, et al. (2001) — “Effects of a Growth Hormone Fragment on Lipid Metabolism in Obese Mice.” Endocrinology. 142(2):518-525.