Vial
A small glass or plastic container sealed with a rubber stopper and aluminum crimp cap, used to store lyophilized or reconstituted peptides. Typically 2mL–10mL capacity.
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A small sealed glass container holding a single dose of liquid peptide or diluent. Unlike vials, ampoules are snapped open and the entire contents must be used immediately.
Amber vialA dark brown glass vial that filters UV and visible light to protect light-sensitive peptides from photodegradation. Standard for pharmaceutical peptide storage.
ReconstitutionThe process of dissolving a lyophilized (freeze-dried) peptide powder with bacteriostatic water or sterile water before injection. Proper reconstitution technique is critical — the diluent should be added slowly along the vial wall to avoid damaging the peptide.