Bovine insulin

Bovine insulin

Bovine insulin, a hormone sourced from cattle, serves as a functionally effective alternative to human insulin, particularly in diabetes and metabolic research. Due to its high structural similarity, differing from human insulin by only three amino acid residues, bovine insulin can mimic the activity of human insulin with notable clinical relevance. This close resemblance makes it suitable not only for fundamental studies in glucose regulation but also for potential therapeutic applications such as clinical islet transplantation.

One of the key advantages of bovine insulin is its availability and consistency, which make it a reliable resource for scientific and medical research. It is often used in cell culture as a growth supplement at concentrations ranging from 1 to 10 micrograms per milliliter, supporting cellular uptake of glucose and promoting metabolic activity. Bovine insulin is typically provided in a concentration of 10 mg/mL in a 25 mM HEPES buffer, ensuring stability and compatibility for research use.

Offered in convenient pack sizes of 1 mL, 2 mL, or 5 mL, Tribioscience bovine insulin is ideal for laboratories conducting cell-based assays or metabolic studies. Its functional similarity to human insulin makes it a valuable tool in developing therapeutic strategies and exploring cellular responses to insulin stimulation. As a cell culture-grade reagent, bovine insulin continues to support advancements in biomedical research, particularly in areas focusing on diabetes and endocrine function.