Venom Peptides intermediate
Conopressin G
conopressin-G is a conotoxin from cone snail venom with specific ion channel blocking properties.
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conopressin-G conotoxin venom-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | conopressin-G |
| Type | Conotoxin |
| Source | Cone snail |
| Molecular Weight | 3042 Da |
Description
conopressin-G is a conotoxin from cone snail venom with specific ion channel blocking properties.
Biological Function
This conotoxin plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
conopressin-G has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “conopressin-G” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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