A 50mg vial of Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide (DSIP) represents a high-yield, bulk-format lyophilized research compound designed for high-throughput laboratory assays and long-term preclinical study series. This technical reference details the molecular specification, concentration mathematics across various diluent volumes, analytical certification requirements, and handling protocols for high-mass DSIP vials.
A 50mg vial of Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide (DSIP) represents a high-yield, bulk-format lyophilized research compound designed for high-throughput laboratory assays and long-term preclinical study series. This technical reference details the molecular specification, concentration mathematics across various diluent volumes, analytical certification requirements, and handling protocols for high-mass DSIP vials.
In laboratory research, Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide (DSIP) is utilized as a specialized neuropeptide to investigate central nervous system regulation, slow-wave sleep architecture, and neuroendocrine stress modulation. A 50mg vial specification provides a concentrated mass of lyophilized peptide suitable for extensive in vitro screening protocols or large-cohort preclinical animal models. By utilizing a high-mass single vial, laboratories can minimize lot-to-lot variability across extended trial periods.
When purchasing high-mass configurations, investigators must plan reconstitution, storage, and aliquot distribution carefully. Because neuropeptides in aqueous solution undergo progressive hydrolysis and aggregation over time, managing a 50mg payload requires precise volumetric calculations and temperature-controlled storage facilities. All units supplied under this specification are strictly intended for laboratory research use only and must not be administered to humans or animals outside of approved experimental frameworks.
PX1 Research maintains rigorous quality control standards across our entire catalog of research peptides. To ensure maximum peptide stability and prevent degradation from repeated vial punctures, our standard single-vial stock format for Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide is currently offered in a DSIP 5mg format rather than a pre-filled single 50mg vial.
For research institutions, academic laboratories, and industrial facilities requiring 50mg or greater cumulative masses for high-throughput screening, PX1 Research provides bulk packaging and custom multi-vial options. Laboratories seeking bulk quantities or specialized enterprise sizing can establish an account through our wholesale ordering portal to access lot-matched multi-vial sets that total 50mg while maintaining superior stability in individual 5mg or 10mg sub-vials.
Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide is a nonapeptide (Trp-Ala-Gly-Gly-Asp-Ala-Ser-Gly-Glu) originally isolated from the cerebral venous blood of rabbits induced into delta-wave sleep. Preclinical electroencephalographic (EEG) assays demonstrate that DSIP administration in rodent models enhances spindle activity and increases the duration of non-REM delta-wave (0.5–4 Hz) slow-wave sleep without disrupting overall circadian periodicity.
In addition to sleep-architecture modulation, preclinical studies suggest that DSIP acts on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. In vitro hypothalamic tissue cultures demonstrate that DSIP modulates the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) and corticosterone under acute stress paradigms. Investigators studying stress-axis dynamics, central recovery mechanisms, and neuroprotective cascades frequently pair DSIP with complementary regulatory peptides like epitalon 10mg or other compounds within our neurological peptides catalog.
Reconstituting a 50mg lyophilized cake requires accurate volumetric measurement using sterile bacteriostatic water or standard laboratory-grade normal saline. Because 50mg is a substantial peptide mass, selecting the appropriate volume of diluent dictates the final working concentration and directly impacts measuring precision for sub-milligram or microgram assay aliquots.
To calculate working concentration ($C$), divide the total mass of peptide ($M = 50\text{ mg}$) by the volume of added diluent ($V$ in mL): $C = M / V$. Researchers can quickly verify custom concentration parameters and volumetric draw amounts using our online reconstitution calculator. Below are standard calculations for common diluent volumes applied to a 50mg vial.
**1.0 mL Diluent Addition:** Adding 1.0 mL of bacteriostatic water to 50mg of DSIP yields a final working concentration of $50\text{ mg/mL}$ ($50\text{ }\mu\text{g/}\mu\text{L}$). This ultra-concentrated stock solution is ideal for high-density microplate assays or master stock preparations intended for secondary serial dilution. At $50\text{ mg/mL}$, a 10 $\mu\text{L}$ draw provides $500\text{ }\mu\text{g}$ ($0.5\text{ mg}$) of active peptide.
**2.0 mL Diluent Addition:** Adding 2.0 mL of diluent to 50mg of DSIP results in a concentration of $25\text{ mg/mL}$ ($25\text{ }\mu\text{g/}\mu\text{L}$). This concentration strikes a balance between total liquid volume and pipetting accuracy for medium-dose preclinical rodent models. A 20 $\mu\text{L}$ aliquot yields exactly $500\text{ }\mu\text{g}$ of DSIP.
**3.0 mL Diluent Addition:** Adding 3.0 mL of diluent yields a working concentration of $16.67\text{ mg/mL}$ ($16.67\text{ }\mu\text{g/}\mu\text{L}$). Higher fluid volumes reduce overall solution viscosity and allow for finer volumetric gradations when transferring liquid via standard laboratory micro-pipettes, reducing potential volumetric margin of error in multi-well cell cultures.
A critical challenge in working with high-mass peptide vials (such as 50mg format) is maintaining peptide integrity over extended research timelines. Repeatedly thawing and refreezing reconstituted peptide solutions induces shear stress and temperature fluctuations that accelerate peptide degradation, peptide cleavage, and aggregation.
Upon full reconstitution of a 50mg DSIP vial, laboratory staff should immediately subdivide the stock solution into single-use, polypropylene micro-centrifuge aliquots. These sub-vials should be flash-frozen at $-20^\circ\text{C}$ or $-80^\circ\text{C}$ until required for specific assay runs. Thawing should occur once per aliquot immediately prior to experimental application, discarding any unused portion after the primary test window concludes.
High-mass peptide formats demand uncompromising purity verification to prevent variable baseline results across long-term research projects. PX1 Research tests every synthesized batch through independent ISO 17025 accredited testing facilities. Every shipment includes a verified, lot-matched Certificate of Analysis detailing high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry (MS) characterization.
Researchers can review batch-specific data anytime via our dedicated COA validation portal. Our strict quality protocol guarantees that all DSIP lots meet an HPLC purity standard of $\ge 98.0\%$, with mass spectra confirming exact molecular weight ($1062.05\text{ Da}$). Furthermore, each lot undergoes limulus amebocyte lysate (LAL) testing to ensure endotoxin levels remain below $<0.01\text{ EU/mg}$, preventing confounding inflammatory responses in sensitive cell cultures or animal models.
Proper temperature storage is essential to preserve the structural stability of DSIP. Unreconstituted (lyophilized) 50mg DSIP vials should be stored in a dry, dark environment at $-20^\circ\text{C}$ for short-to-medium term storage, or at $-80^\circ\text{C}$ for long-term preservation spanning up to 24 months. Desiccant packs should be kept alongside vials to mitigate humidity exposure during storage door access.
Once reconstituted, liquid DSIP prepared with bacteriostatic water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol remains stable at $2^\circ\text{C}$ to $8^\circ\text{C}$ for up to 28 days. Liquid samples reconstituted with unpreserved sterile water or saline must be used immediately or frozen at $-20^\circ\text{C}$ in individual aliquots. Avoid exposing liquid or lyophilized DSIP to direct ultraviolet light, intense thermal cycling, or mechanical vortexing.
Choosing between a single large 50mg mass allocation and standard 5mg vial configurations depends heavily on experimental design, throughput requirements, and storage capabilities. While a single 50mg vial maximizes unit efficiency for high-volume automated liquid handling systems, standard 5mg vials reduce the risk of sample contamination or loss due to refrigeration failure.
For small-scale pilot studies, transient acute stress assays, or initial receptor binding screens, using standard DSIP 5mg vials offers superior operational flexibility. Conversely, long-term continuous cohort studies or multi-center research programs benefit from bulk orders coordinated through our wholesale program, ensuring uniform lot integrity across all trial centers.
PX1 Research operates exclusively within USA-based manufacturing and distribution nodes, shipping all orders directly from state-of-the-art facilities located in California and Arizona. By avoiding third-party international dropshipping, we maintain complete environmental control over our peptide inventory from initial lyophilization to final delivery.
All orders placed before cutoff times Monday through Friday ship same-day in insulated, temperature-controlled packaging. Laboratories evaluating DSIP or complementary sleep and circadian recovery peptides can explore detailed experimental literature, molecular specifications, and synthesis methodology inside our comprehensive research hub.
What is the molecular weight and sequence of DSIP?
Delta-Sleep-Inducing Peptide (DSIP) is a 9-amino acid neuropeptide with the sequence Trp-Ala-Gly-Gly-Asp-Ala-Ser-Gly-Glu and a molecular weight of approximately 1062.05 Da.
Does PX1 supply DSIP in a single 50mg vial format?
PX1 Research stocks standard DSIP in 5mg vial configurations to ensure maximum stability. For institutional projects requiring 50mg total mass, we supply lot-matched multi-vial sets or custom bulk orders via our wholesale portal.
How do I calculate the concentration of a 50mg DSIP vial reconstituted with 2mL of water?
Dividing 50mg of peptide by 2.0 mL of diluent results in a concentration of 25 mg/mL (25 µg/µL). You can also use the PX1 Reconstitution Calculator for custom volume calculations.
What are the endotoxin limits for PX1 DSIP batches?
All PX1 Research peptide lots, including DSIP, undergo LAL testing to ensure endotoxin levels remain below <0.01 EU/mg, preventing nonspecific inflammatory artifacts in laboratory research.
How should reconstituted DSIP stock solutions be stored long term?
Reconstituted DSIP stock should be divided into single-use polypropylene aliquots and stored at -20°C or -80°C to avoid degradation caused by repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Where can I find the lot-matched COA for my DSIP shipment?
Every PX1 Research order features a QR code and lot number linking directly to its official ISO 17025 accredited HPLC/MS Certificate of Analysis at /coa.
Is DSIP soluble in standard laboratory diluents?
Yes, DSIP is highly water-soluble and readily dissolves in sterile bacteriostatic water, normal saline (0.9% NaCl), or standard phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) at room temperature.
What other peptides are studied alongside DSIP in sleep and recovery models?
Researchers frequently study DSIP alongside neuroendocrine and circadian regulators such as Epitalon, standard GHRPs, and pineal gland extract peptides.
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