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Complement C3a Antimicrobial

Anaphylatoxin C3a with direct antimicrobial activity against gram-positive and negative bacteria.

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Complement C3a Antimicrobial

Overview

Anaphylatoxin C3a with direct antimicrobial activity against gram-positive and negative bacteria.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameComplement C3a Antimicrobial

Mechanism of Action

C-terminal domain of C3a inserts into bacterial membranes causing lysis.

References

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

Chemical Identity

PropertyValue
NameComplement C3a Antimicrobial
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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