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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

PropertyValue
NameCarp NPY
SequenceYPSKPDNPGE DAPAEDMARY YSALRHYINL ITRQRY (amidated)
Length36 amino acids
Molecular Weight4180.5 Da
SourceCommon carp (Cyprinus carpio)
CategoryFish 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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