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GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
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GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)

GHK-Cu (Glycine-Histidine-Lysine complexed with copper Cu2+) is a naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma, urine, and saliva that declines significantly with age. It complexes with copper ions to modulate extracellular matrix-related gene expression, metalloproteinase activity, and angiogenic pathways. Research has consistently demonstrated its ability to accelerate wound healing in animal models, promote collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis, and reduce inflammatory cytokines including TNF-β. It has been explored in cosmetic and regenerative research for skin firmness, elasticity, and wound recovery. Recent genomic analyses reveal that GHK-Cu influences the expression of over 4,000 human genes, positioning it as a broad molecular regulator in tissue biology research.

Research Benefits

  • Supports collagen, glycosaminoglycan, and extracellular matrix synthesis, promoting tissue remodeling and regeneration in research models
  • Accelerates wound healing and reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-β) in preclinical wound and ischemic injury models
  • Modulates over 4,000 human genes involved in cellular repair, antioxidant response, and tissue remodeling pathways

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GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide consisting of glycine, histidine, and lysine complexed with a copper (Cu2+) ion. It was first identified in human plasma in the 1970s as a fragment of albumin with copper-chelating properties, and subsequent research revealed its potent regenerative and tissue-remodeling activity. Since its characterization, GHK-Cu has been studied extensively in controlled experimental settings for its potential influence on extracellular matrix dynamics, gene expression, wound healing, and antioxidant pathway regulation.