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Antimicrobial Peptides intermediate

Dermcidin: Antimicrobial Peptide Reference

Sweat gland-derived antimicrobial peptide providing constitutive skin surface defense. This antimicrobial peptide demonstrates activity against pathogens and...

By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
dermcidin antimicrobial skin

Overview

Sweat gland-derived antimicrobial peptide providing constitutive skin surface defense.

Structure

PropertyValue
NameDermcidin

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

PropertyValue
NameDermcidin
CategoryAntimicrobial Peptides

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