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Canine Beta-Defensin: Oligopeptide Research Reference

Canine Beta-Defensin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
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Overview

Canine Beta-Defensin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Canis lupus familiaris (Dog).

Structure

PropertyValue
NameCanine Beta-Defensin
SequenceGYCACRRRFCIGGGSCCRRYCVCLR
Length36 amino acids
Molecular Weight3980.6 Da
SourceCanis lupus familiaris (Dog)
CategoryCanine Antimicrobial

Mechanism of Action

Beta-defensin with disulfide stabilization, antimicrobial and immunomodulatory

Bioactivity

Antimicrobial activity, chemotaxis of immune cells

Therapeutic Potential

Dermatological infections, immunomodulatory therapy

References

  • Wikipept Peptide Database
  • Primary literature (see individual entries)

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