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Demand soared after the FDA approved Wegovy and Zepbound for weight loss in 2021 and 2023, respectively
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications GLP-1 Detection and quantification of GLP-1 activity 0.32 nM - 0.0128 nM (GLP-1 (7-36) amide, Orforgliopron) 1.6 nM - 0.064 nM (Semaglutide) 1.6 nM - 0.1 nM (Retatrutide) 8 nM - 0.32 nM (Tirzepatide) Complete DMEM (see TDS) Verified using Plasmotest Each lot is functionally tested and validated
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Editors note: This report has been updated to reflect findings from the TRIUMPH-1 clinical trial released on May 21, 2026 by Eli Lilly and Company.
Calcitonin-a hormone from the parathyroid which lowers the calcium-level of the blood