VIP
VIP peptide stands for Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide. It is a naturally occurring neuropeptide made up of 28 amino acids and is found throughout the body, especially in the:
- Nervous system
- Gastrointestinal tract
- Lungs
- Immune system
In research settings, VIP is studied for its role in cellular signaling and regulatory communication pathways.
Research areas involving VIP commonly include:
- Neuroregulatory signaling
- Immune response modulation
- Smooth muscle signaling
- Respiratory pathway communication
- Gastrointestinal signaling activity
- Blood vessel and vascular response studies
VIP functions as a signaling molecule, meaning it helps cells communicate with one another by binding to specific receptors and triggering biological responses.
In laboratory research models, VIP is frequently evaluated for its interaction with VPAC receptors and its influence on inflammatory signaling, neurological communication, and cellular regulatory mechanisms under controlled conditions.
Like many research peptides, VIP is typically supplied in lyophilized (freeze-dried) form for laboratory preparation and controlled experimental use.