KPV

KPV: A three-amino-acid fragment associated with alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone.

What is it?

A three-amino-acid fragment associated with alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone.

How it is studied

KPV is investigated in inflammatory signalling and experimental gut-related models.

What the evidence says

The evidence is predominantly preclinical. A change in a laboratory inflammation marker does not by itself demonstrate improvement in a human disease.

What remains uncertain

Human outcomes, interactions, and long-term safety are poorly characterized. Findings for alpha-MSH as a whole cannot automatically be assigned to this fragment or to blends containing it.

Sources & scope

PepT1-mediated effects in inflammatory models (2008)

For in-vitro laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use.