GHK-Cu

Identity and specifications

GHK comprises glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. GHK-Cu refers to its copper complex. Colour alone cannot establish copper stoichiometry, identity, purity or content.

What the selected studies examined

Maquart and colleagues measured collagen-related endpoints in fibroblast cultures in 1988, and connective-tissue accumulation in experimental rat wound chambers in 1993. These were specific laboratory models with defined conditions.

Limitations and open questions

Biochemical and animal endpoints do not establish cosmetic or clinical outcomes for an ECL vial. Copper complexation and the material used in an experiment require characterization.

These publications describe the materials and experimental conditions used by their authors. They do not establish the identity, composition, stability, safety or performance of East Coast Labs material. A reference list is a selected starting point, not a systematic review.

Interpreting a supplied material

Check the exact product and selected size, then read its documentation status. A laboratory report describes the named sample at the stated date; it does not establish a match to current stock. Read Testing & quality for the distinction between document authenticity and a documented lot relationship.

Handling, solvent compatibility and stability require material-specific information and a validated laboratory protocol. Published biological findings do not establish storage conditions or suitability for a particular experiment.

Primary references

• Maquart et al. (1988). Stimulation of collagen synthesis in fibroblast cultures by the tripeptide-copper complex glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine-Cu2+.
• Maquart et al. (1993). In vivo stimulation of connective tissue accumulation in rat experimental wounds.