Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Alytesin: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Alytesin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
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amphibian-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Alytesin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Alytes obstetricans (Midwife toad).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Alytesin |
| Sequence | pEQRLGNQWAVGHLM-NH2 |
| Length | 14 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1619.9 Da |
| Source | Alytes obstetricans (Midwife toad) |
| Category | Amphibian Neuropeptide |
Mechanism of Action
Bombesin-like peptide, activates GRP receptors in GI tract and CNS
Bioactivity
Gastrin release, smooth muscle contraction, thermoregulation
Therapeutic Potential
GI motility disorders, cancer diagnostic imaging
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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