Oxytocin

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Oxytocin is a nine-amino acid neuropeptide (Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly, C43H66N12O12S2, 1007.19 g/mol) known as the 'love hormone' for its profound influence on social behavior. This research peptide operates through oxytocin receptor (OXTR) binding, neurotransmitter modulation, and enhanced social salience, interacting with dopamine, serotonin, and GABA systems. Laboratory studies demonstrate potential to improve emotional recognition and reduce social anxiety, with documented analgesic properties in research models. Research applications encompass social cognition investigations, neuropsychiatric condition studies (Autism Spectrum Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD), pain management pathways, cardiovascular function, metabolic effects, and immune system modulation. Oxytocin's central role in prosocial behavior makes it invaluable for understanding social neuroscience and psychiatric conditions. The peptide offers researchers insights into the neurobiological basis of human connection. For laboratory research purposes only.