The freeze-drying process used to convert peptide solutions into stable powders for long-term storage. Removes water under vacuum at low temperature, preserving the peptide's molecular structure. Lyophilized peptides can remain stable for years at -20°C.
"Lyophilization" is filed under Preparation in the PeptideAtlas glossary, alongside 12 other terms in that group.
Sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. Used to reconstitute lyophilized peptides. Unlike sterile water, it inhibits bacterial growth and allows multi-dose use.
Water that has been sterilized and contains no preservatives. Unlike bacteriostatic water, it does not inhibit bacterial growth and should be used for single-dose preparations only.
The process of adding a solvent (usually bacteriostatic water) to a lyophilized peptide to create a liquid solution for use.
More Preparation terms: Bacteriostatic Water, Sterile Water, Reconstitution, Lyophilized, Vial, Aliquot, Diluent, Excipient, Peptide Blend, Cold Chain, Mannitol, Enteric Coating.