Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Alpha Defensin 4
alpha-defensin-4 is a defensin-family antimicrobial peptide with cysteine-stabilized structure and broad-spectrum activity.
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
alpha-defensin-4 defensin antimicrobial-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | alpha-defensin-4 |
| Type | Defensin |
| Source | Mammalian |
| Molecular Weight | 5987 Da |
Description
alpha-defensin-4 is a defensin-family antimicrobial peptide with cysteine-stabilized structure and broad-spectrum activity.
Biological Function
This defensin plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
alpha-defensin-4 has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “alpha-defensin-4” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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