Venom Peptides intermediate
Alpha-Conotoxin GI
Short disulfide-rich peptide from Conus geographus blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors.
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conotoxin nicotinic neurotoxin
Alpha-Conotoxin GI
Overview
Short disulfide-rich peptide from Conus geographus blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alpha-Conotoxin GI |
Mechanism of Action
Two disulfide bonds stabilize alpha-conotoxin fold blocking neuromuscular nicotinic receptors.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alpha-Conotoxin GI |
| Category | Venom Peptides |
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