Salmon Calcitonin belongs to the polypeptides, a class of organic polymers within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 3,432 g/mol, Salmon Calcitonin is a heavy molecule with the chemical formula C145H240N44O48S2. In terms of biological activity, it acts as an agonist of the Calcitonin receptor (CALCR).
The compound is found in or released from eight recorded sources. Within the category of healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products, it is used as an anti-parathyroid agent. Other recorded sources include household cleaning and consumer products, specifically pipe accessories and other smoking requisites, as well as electrical and electronic equipment such as antennas, amplifiers, electric hearing aids, video games, and line transmission systems. Recorded exposure routes for Salmon Calcitonin include subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular, nasal, and parenteral administration.
