Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate
Dermcidin
Sweat gland-derived antimicrobial peptide providing constitutive skin surface defense.
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Dermcidin
Overview
Sweat gland-derived antimicrobial peptide providing constitutive skin surface defense.
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Dermcidin |
Mechanism of Action
Constitutively secreted into sweat providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity on skin.
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Dermcidin |
| Category | Antimicrobial Peptides |
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