Description
Overview
SS-31 10 mg Research Peptide is a mitochondria-targeted RUO compound supplied by Ascension Labs USA for use in in-vitro and preclinical models. It is commonly incorporated into experimental frameworks exploring oxidative stress, mitochondrial performance, and cellular resilience in a variety of non-clinical systems, including tissues and cells relevant to cardiovascular, skeletal muscle, and gastrointestinal research.
This product is designated strictly as Research Use Only (RUO). It is not intended for human or veterinary use, clinical applications, or diagnostic purposes. All experimental conditions, including concentration, exposure duration, and assay selection, must be determined by qualified investigators according to primary literature and institutional SOPs.
Technical summary
SS-31 is a synthetic peptide that selectively associates with mitochondrial structures, making it useful in non-clinical models where mitochondrial function and oxidative-stress responses are important readouts. Researchers may incorporate SS-31 into:
- In-vitro systems evaluating mitochondrial membrane potential, respiratory chain activity, or ATP-related markers.
- Preclinical models in which oxidative damage markers, redox state, and cell survival are monitored.
- Assays that examine how mitochondrial integrity and stress responses influence tissue-level behavior.
Ascension Labs USA supplies SS-31 as a lyophilized research peptide. Specific handling, reconstitution procedures, and working concentrations are defined by the end user in alignment with internal protocols and the scientific literature.
Research focus & potential applications
Representative non-clinical research themes for SS-31 include:
- Mitochondrial function — models assessing mitochondrial performance, including membrane potential, oxygen consumption, and related mitochondrial activity markers.
- Oxidative stress — systems where reactive oxygen species (ROS), oxidative damage indicators, and antioxidant pathways are key endpoints.
- Cellular resilience — experimental designs examining how cells or tissues respond to stressors when mitochondrial integrity is a primary variable of interest.
- Tissue-specific mitochondrial studies — GI, cardiovascular, or skeletal muscle models where mitochondrial behavior is linked to broader tissue-level responses.
All applications remain non-clinical; SS-31 from Ascension Labs USA is provided exclusively as a research-use-only reagent.
Suggested experimental context
Ascension Labs USA does not provide dosing, administration, or clinical guidance. However, SS-31 is frequently used in study designs that:
- Pair mitochondrial endpoints with stress paradigms — for example, combining SS-31 exposure with oxidative-stress challenges and tracking mitochondrial or cell-survival markers.
- Compare baseline vs. perturbed conditions — assessing differences in mitochondrial-related markers in systems with and without SS-31 under otherwise identical conditions.
- Integrate with multi-compound panels — using SS-31 alongside other RUO compounds (e.g., as part of the Gastro Support Research Stack) to evaluate how mitochondrial dynamics interact with tissue and vascular endpoints.
Design, execution, and interpretation of all experiments are the responsibility of the investigator and should be grounded in appropriate scientific references and institutional oversight.
Storage & handling
Storage and handling requirements may vary by lot. In general, lyophilized RUO peptides:
- Are stored frozen in a dry environment, protected from light.
- Are reconstituted immediately prior to use in suitable diluents, as specified by internal SOPs and experimental needs.
- Should be aliquoted and re-frozen only in accordance with institutional guidelines to minimize freeze–thaw cycles.
- Are handled exclusively by trained personnel using appropriate PPE in properly equipped research facilities.
Always review the documentation supplied with each lot and follow your institution’s safety, storage, and waste-disposal procedures.
Why choose SS-31 from Ascension Labs USA
- Mitochondrial focus — SS-31 is well suited for models where mitochondrial behavior, oxidative stress, and cellular resilience are central research questions.
- Research-use-only positioning — supplied strictly as an RUO peptide, with an emphasis on purity, identity, and lot-to-lot consistency appropriate for demanding laboratory work.
- Clear labeling & branding — individually labeled vials with Ascension Labs USA branding to support inventory tracking, ELN entries, and SOP documentation.
- US-based operation — communication, re-orders, and documentation requests are handled from within the United States.
Research Use Only disclaimer
For Research Use Only. Not for human or veterinary use. This PRODUCT IS INTENDED AS A RESEARCH CHEMICAL ONLY. This designation allows the use of research chemicals strictly for in vitro testing and laboratory experimentation.
Bodily introduction of any kind into humans or animals is strictly forbidden by law. This product is not a drug, food, cosmetic, dietary supplement, or medical product and may not be misbranded, misused, or mislabeled as a drug, food, or cosmetic. Handling is limited to licensed, qualified professionals working in appropriately equipped facilities. By purchasing or using this product, you agree to follow all applicable laws, regulations, and institutional guidelines governing research-use-only materials.
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