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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Cecropin P1

AMP from pig intestine with broad-spectrum activity against enteric pathogens.

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
cecropin antimicrobial porcine

Cecropin P1

Overview

AMP from pig intestine with broad-spectrum activity against enteric pathogens.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameCecropin P1

Mechanism of Action

Intestinal cecropin provides mucosal defense against gram-negative enteric bacteria.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameCecropin P1
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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