Product name:Pentagastrin
CAS:5534-95-2
Molecular Formula:C37H49N7O9S
Formula Weight:767.89
Specification:25mg
Description:
Pentagastrin is a synthetic polypeptide that has effects like gastrin when given parenterally. It stimulates the secretion of gastric acid, pepsin, and intrinsic factor, and has been used as a diagnostic aid as the pentagastrin-stimulated calcitonin test.
Pentagastrin binds to the cholecystokinin-B receptor, which is expressed widely in the brain.
Pentagastrin is also used as a stimulation test to elevate serotonin levels and cause symptoms of carcinoid syndrome.