Fish Peptides intermediate
Carp NPY: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Carp NPY, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
fish-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Carp NPY is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Common carp (Cyprinus carpio).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Carp NPY |
| Sequence | YPSKPDNPGE DAPAEDMARY YSALRHYINL ITRQRY (amidated) |
| Length | 36 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 4180.5 Da |
| Source | Common carp (Cyprinus carpio) |
| Category | Fish Neuropeptide |
Mechanism of Action
Central appetite stimulation; promotes feeding behavior and fat storage; interacts with leptin signaling
Bioactivity
Appetite regulation, metabolic modulation, stress response
Therapeutic Potential
Metabolic disorder research, aquaculture nutrition, comparative neuroendocrinology
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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