KVP

KPV (Lys-Pro-Val) is a naturally occurring tripeptide derived from the C-terminal end of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It has attracted research interest because of its potential anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and antimicrobial properties. Most evidence comes from laboratory and animal studies, and KPV is not FDA-approved for the treatment of any disease.

Areas of Research Interest

Researchers have studied KPV for its potential role in:

• Immune system regulation
• Gut barrier function
• Gastrointestinal inflammation
• Skin health and wound healing
• Tissue repair
• Antimicrobial activity
• Inflammatory signaling pathways

Potential Benefits Being Studied

Preclinical research suggests KPV may:

• Support healthy inflammatory responses
• Help maintain intestinal barrier integrity
• Promote skin repair and recovery
• Support wound-healing processes
• Help regulate immune signaling
• Demonstrate antimicrobial activity against certain bacteria and fungi in laboratory models
• Reduce inflammatory signaling through pathways such as NF-κB and MAPK in experimental systems

For research and laboratory use only. Not for human or animal consumption. Research Use Only.