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Crabrolin: Peptide Toxin in Pharmacology Reference
Crabrolin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
mast-cell-degranulating-peptide-(wasp-venom) peptide oligopeptide
Overview
Crabrolin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Vespa crabro (European hornet).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Crabrolin |
| Sequence | FKLKESFGPNFRamide |
| Length | 13 amino acids |
| Molecular Weight | 1508 Da |
| Source | Vespa crabro (European hornet) |
| Category | Venom Peptide / Mast Cell Activator |
Mechanism of Action
Stimulates mast cell degranulation, membrane permeabilization
Bioactivity
Mast cell degranulation, antimicrobial activity, histamine release
Therapeutic Potential
Immunomodulatory research, antimicrobial peptide development
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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