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CasNo: 1392278-76-0
Molecular Formula: C35H57N13O14S2
Description |
iRGD Peptide is a 9-amino acid cyclic peptide with the sequence CRGDKGPDC. It is recognized for its potential applications in cancer imaging and as a therapeutic agent for various cancers. |
In Vivo Screening | Identified through an in vivo screening of phage display libraries in tumor-bearing mice. Molecular mimicry agent with tumor-targeting properties. |
Cyclic Peptide | iRGD is a cyclic peptide consisting of nine amino acids. Derived from RGD peptides. |
Binding to Integrins | Binds to αvβ3 and αvβ5 integrins. Integrins are overexpressed in both tumors and blood vessels associated with tumors. |
Tissue Penetration | Triggers tissue penetration by binding to av integrins. Cleaves in the tumor to produce CRGDK/R. CRGDK/R interacts with neuropilin-1, facilitating tumor penetration. |
Tumor Targeting | Targets tumor blood vessels. Enhances drug delivery deep into tumors. |
Extravascular Tumor Tissue | Spreads more extensively into extravascular tumor tissue compared to standard RGD peptides. |
The iRGD peptide can be readily synthesized, exhibits significantly improved penetration, compared with traditional peptides, and can effectively inhibit tumor metastasis. Studies in previous years have demonstrated the potential of the iRGD protein for tumors diagnosis and targeted treatment, which warrants further investigation.
In this study, two new near-infrared fluorescent iRGD conjugates, that is, Ac-Cys(IRDye®800CW)-iRGD (1), and its dual labeling analog DOTA-Cys(IRDye®800CW)-iRGD (2) were synthesized via the specific mercapto–maleimide reaction for tumor imaging.