BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a synthetic peptide consisting of 15 amino acids. It is derived from a naturally occurring protein found in human gastric (stomach) juice, known as Body Protection Compound (BPC). While BPC-157 itself does not naturally occur in the body, it was developed as a stable fragment of this naturally occurring protein for scientific research. Researchers are studying its biological activity and potential role in tissue repair, angiogenesis, and cellular signaling in preclinical models. BPC-157 is intended for laboratory and research purposes only.