Amphibian Peptides intermediate
Caerulein: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference
Caerulein, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
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amphibian-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Caerulein is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Xenopus laevis.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Caerulein |
| Sequence | pEQDY(SO3H)TGWMDF-NH2 |
| Length | 10 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1351.4 Da |
| Source | Xenopus laevis |
| Category | Amphibian Caerulein |
Mechanism of Action
CCK receptor agonist with sulfated tyrosine, potent GI hormone analog
Bioactivity
Pancreatic stimulation, gallbladder contraction, GI motility
Therapeutic Potential
GI diagnostics, pancreatitis research, CCK receptor pharmacology
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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