Research Compound Glossary
This glossary explains common terms found in laboratory reports, research literature, and product documentation. Definitions are provided for general educational purposes and may vary depending on the laboratory, analytical method, and research context.
Common Laboratory Terms
• Peptide — A short chain of amino acids joined by chemical bonds.
• Lyophilized — Freeze-dried to remove moisture and improve stability during storage.
• Certificate of Analysis (COA) — A document summarizing laboratory results for a particular sample, lot, or batch.
• Lot or batch number — A unique identifier used to connect a product with its manufacturing and testing records.
• Identity testing — Analysis used to determine whether a sample matches the compound stated on its label.
• Purity — The proportion of detected material attributed to the primary compound under the stated testing method.
• HPLC — High-performance liquid chromatography, a method used to separate and measure components within a sample.
• Mass spectrometry — An analytical method that measures mass-to-charge ratios and can help confirm compound identity.
• Chromatogram — A visual output showing the components detected during chromatographic testing.
• Reference standard — A verified material used as a comparison during laboratory analysis.
• Research Use Only (RUO) — Material intended strictly for qualified laboratory research and not for human or veterinary use.