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Glutathione 3ml vial label
LongevityPurity 99.5%
Product profile

Glutathione

Tripeptide antioxidant central to cellular redox research.

99.5%
Purity
Lyophilized
Form
-20°C
Storage
Research Use Only. Not for human or veterinary consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.

What it is

Glutathione (γ-Glu-Cys-Gly) is the principal intracellular thiol antioxidant, essential to redox homeostasis and detoxification research.

Pathway Diagram

Mechanism of Action

CRL · MOA-01

Acts as cofactor for glutathione peroxidases and S-transferases, scavenging ROS and conjugating electrophiles.

  1. Step 01
    Receptor Binding

    Peptide engages target receptor with high affinity.

  2. Step 02
    Signal Cascade

    Downstream intracellular pathways activate.

  3. Step 03
    Cellular Response

    Gene expression and protein synthesis shift.

  4. Step 04
    Observed Outcome

    Measurable change in the studied biomarker.

Primary TargetsOxidative stress researchHepatic detox studiesSkin pigmentation research

Research highlights

Most abundant intracellular antioxidant (mM concentrations in most cells).
Substrate for glutathione peroxidases and S-transferases.
Hepatic GSH critical for phase II detoxification.
Investigated in dermatological pigmentation research.

Pharmacology snapshot

307.3 Da
Molecular weight
Tissue-dependent; plasma half-life minutes
Half-life
IV / SC / oral (research)
Route (research)
Sequence
γ-Glu-Cys-Gly

Potential research applications

Oxidative stress research
Hepatic detox studies
Skin pigmentation research
Mitochondrial models

Case studies

Preclinical

GSH protective roles & biosynthesis

Cohort: Cross-system synthesis

Reviewed GSH biosynthesis, redox role, and measurement.

Outcome

Cataloged GSH-dependent redox and detox pathways across tissues.

Forman et al., Mol Aspects Med 2009;30(1-2):1–12
Preclinical

GSH metabolism & health

Cohort: Multi-organ synthesis

Examined dietary precursors and metabolic implications of GSH.

Outcome

Linked GSH status to immune, hepatic, and metabolic outcomes.

Wu et al., J Nutr 2004;134(3):489–492
ClinicalMulti-month

GSH in skin pigmentation

Cohort: Trial-evidence review

Assessed clinical evidence for GSH as skin-lightening agent.

Outcome

Modest melanin-pathway modulation; controlled trials yielded mixed effect sizes.

Sonthalia et al., IJDVL 2016;82(3):262–272
Handling Protocol

Storage Guidelines

CRL · STR-02

Lyophilized -20°C, protect from oxygen and light.

Lyophilized
-20°C
Long-term, 24 months
Reconstituted
2–8°C
Refrigerated, 28 days
Light Exposure
Protect
Store in dark vial
Diluent
BAC Water
Sterile, 0.9% benzyl
Best practice — reconstitute with bacteriostatic water, swirl gently, do not shake.
Regulatory Notice

Research Disclaimer

CRL · REG-03
Research Use Only

Strictly for in-vitro laboratory and research investigations.

Not For Human Use

Not approved for diagnostic, therapeutic, or veterinary application.

Qualified Personnel

Handling restricted to licensed researchers and laboratory staff.

Warning — Glutathione is supplied solely for legitimate laboratory research. Any administration to humans or animals is strictly prohibited and may violate federal, state, or local law. By purchasing, the researcher accepts full responsibility for safe handling, storage, and lawful use.

Document · CRL-REG-03Revision 2026.06 · Clinical Research Labs
Representative Literature

Citations & References

CRL · REF-04
  1. 03
    Sonthalia S, Daulatabad D, Sarkar R. · 2016
    Glutathione as a skin whitening agent: facts, myths, evidence and controversies
    Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol. 82(3):262–272.
References are representative of peer-reviewed literature and are provided for research context only.
Document · CRL-REF-04Revision 2026.06 · Clinical Research Labs